Normal weather for Bruges in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Bruges with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 13°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 8°C and 14°C.
In May, there is an average of 32 mm of precipitation, spread over 7 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Bruges. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Bruges in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
19°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
13°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
32 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
7 days | 8 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Bruges with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 10°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 11°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bruges will be around 18°C, with nights close to 13°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
Temperature records
With 26°C, Bruges hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2017. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 9°C in 2019. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 4°C to a high of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Bruges
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Bruges, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bruges
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Bruges, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 7 days of rain in Bruges.
Daily UV Index in May in Bruges
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bruges, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Bruges Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Bruges, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Bruges Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Bruges, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Bruges
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Average Weather in Bruges by Month
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