May weather forecastAkraberg, Faroe Islands
May
Weather in May
May carries on the spring legacy with the weather becoming increasingly accommodating across Akraberg. Climatic warmth starts to seep in as the average high temperature rises to 10.2°C (50.4°F), bestowing a welcoming atmosphere upon the Faroe Islands. The drizzle persists but with lesser intensity, adding freshness to the air without causing discomfort. With lengthening daylight hours, outdoor activities gain traction. Care must be taken with regards to the higher UV index, warranting the use of protective gear against harmful solar rays.Temperature
In Akraberg, May's average high-temperature stands at a still frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F), closely related to the preceding month. An average low-temperature of 6.8°C (44.2°F) is witnessed throughout the month of May, a mere drop from the daytime peak.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Akraberg is 81%.Rainfall
In Akraberg, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 46mm (1.81") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 242.9 rainfall days, and 709mm (27.91") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.2 snowfall days, in May, Akraberg aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 50mm (1.97") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In Akraberg, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 34min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:14 and sunset at 21:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:01 and sunset at 22:47 WEST.
Sunshine
In Akraberg, the average sunshine in May is 6.8h.UV index
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average high temperature in May: 8.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (12°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (7.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (10.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (5°C).
Average pressure in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average pressure in May: 1013.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average wind speed in May: 27.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (40.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (23.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, February and December (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average rainfall in May: 46mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (97mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (28mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average rainfall days in May: 19.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (24.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is June (13.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average snowfall in May: 6mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (15mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and October (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 36min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Akraberg, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average cloud cover in May: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in May
Akraberg, Faroe Islands
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
