May weather forecast
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

englishespañol中文
Share

Weather in May

May further immerses Hvalvík in the spring season, and the town sparkles in bloom. With winter firmly behind, the snowfall ceases completely, implying warmer and drier days ahead. The mercury rises with the high now touching 8.1°C (46.6°F). Yet the town sees rainfall of 41mm (1.61"), hardly different from the last month. The wind slows to 24.9km/h (15.5mph), further quietening the once gusty days of the Faroe Island city. In a nutshell, May boasts the true face of spring, with pleasant days and cool nights.

Temperature

May observes an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F), marking an insignificant difference from April's 7.1°C (44.8°F). Hvalvík's nighttime temperatures in May see a subtle dip to an average of 6.5°C (43.7°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hvalvík is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hvalvík, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Hvalvík, during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.5 days and collects up to 702mm (27.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hvalvík are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Hvalvík aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Hvalvík, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 129mm (5.08") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Hvalvík is 17h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 21:39. On the last day of May, in Hvalvík, sunrise is at 03:52 and sunset at 22:58 WEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Hvalvík is 6.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
[Resources]

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Hvalvík?

In May, in Hvalvík, the average high-temperature is 8.1°C (46.6°F), and the average low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Hvalvík?

In Hvalvík, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hvalvík?

In May, in Hvalvík, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout May, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hvalvík?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Hvalvík aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hvalvík have in May?

In May, the average day length in Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, is 17h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hvalvík?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 21:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:52 and sunset at 22:58 WEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hvalvík?

In Hvalvík, Faroe Islands, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.8h.

When is the highest UV index in Hvalvík?

The months with the highest UV index in Hvalvík are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hvalvík?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover

Average temperature in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average temperature in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average high temperature in May: 8.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (6.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 6.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (4.5°C).

[Resources]

Average pressure in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average pressure in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (999.8mbar).

[Resources]

Average wind speed in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average wind speed in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average wind speed in May: 24.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (38.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (20.4km/h).

[Resources]

Average humidity in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average humidity in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (76%).

[Resources]

Average rainfall in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall in May: 41mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (109mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (24mm).

[Resources]

Average rainfall days in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average rainfall days in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (12.7 days).

[Resources]

Average snowfall in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average snowfall in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall in May: 7mm

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (30mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

[Resources]

Average snowfall days in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average snowfall days in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

[Resources]

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).

[Resources]

Average sunshine days in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average sunshine days in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (1.7 days).

[Resources]

Average UV index in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average UV index in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, November and December (UV index 2).

[Resources]

Average cloud cover in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average cloud cover in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average cloud cover in May: 64

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 64).

[Resources]

Average visibility in May
Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Average visibility in May - Hvalvík, Faroe Islands
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are June and August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September, October, November and December (9km).

[Resources]

Hvalvík, Faroe Islands

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location