Amsterdam vs London

Amsterdam and London are closely matched in May. Neither city has a clear advantage across all metrics. Your decision should come down to personal preference, cultural interests, and travel logistics rather than weather alone.

Amsterdam sits in the comfortable travel range at 16°C. London is also comfortable at 17°C.

For travelers who prioritize dry weather, London is the stronger choice in May. Amsterdam receives 1 more hour of sunshine per day, which matters for sightseeing and outdoor activities.

Amsterdam reaches an average high of 16°C (61°F) and drops to 9°C (48°F) at night during May. The daily temperature range is 7°C, meaning relatively stable temperatures from day to night.

London averages 17°C (63°F) for the high and 8°C (46°F) for the low, with a daily range of 9°C. The two cities feel quite similar in terms of temperature.

Both cities are in the Northern Hemisphere, so they share the same seasonal pattern in May.

Amsterdam receives approximately 63 mm of rainfall across 11 rain days during May. You can expect rain roughly every other day.

London sees 52 mm over 10 rain days. That makes London the drier option by 1 rain day and 11 mm of total precipitation.

Both cities share similar humidity levels at 65%.