Verdict: Excellent month
Antwerp Weather in May
May hits the sweet spot in Antwerp — highs around 18°C (64°F), ideal for a full day on foot. Expect showers on roughly 12 days of the month — rarely trip-ruining, worth planning around. Overall, May is one of the best months of the year to be in Antwerp.
Average high
18°C / 64°F
Average low
9°C / 48°F
Rain days
~12
Precipitation
82 mm
What to pack for Antwerp in May
- Layers — t-shirts under a light jacket or sweater
- Rain gear is non-negotiable — expect rain on roughly 12 days
- Comfortable walking shoes — every guide on this site assumes you'll use them
May against the rest of the year
Warmest in Antwerp: Aug (24°C / 75°F) · Coolest: Jan (7°C / 45°F) · Wettest: Oct (~15 rain days)
7°
2°
Jan
9°
4°
Feb
11°
4°
Mar
14°
5°
Apr
18°
9°
May
22°
13°
Jun
22°
14°
Jul
24°
15°
Aug
21°
13°
Sep
16°
10°
Oct
11°
6°
Nov
8°
3°
Dec
Daily highs / lows in °C · bars show rain days per month · ERA5 climate normals (2020–2024)