May weather forecast
Skarvanes, Faroe Islands

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another chilly month in Skarvanes, Faroe Islands, with an average temperature varying between 6.5°C (43.7°F) and 8.1°C (46.6°F).

Temperature

A minor adjustment in Skarvanes's average high-temperature is noted with the start of May, touching a still frosty 8.1°C (46.6°F) from April's 7.1°C (44.8°F). In Skarvanes, May's low temperatures hover around a still frosty 6.5°C (43.7°F), reflecting a minor decrease from the daytime highs.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Skarvanes, in May, during 18.2 rainfall days, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Skarvanes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 229.5 days and collects up to 702mm (27.64") of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In Skarvanes, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 21:35. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 22:52 WEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May leads to these advisories:
Take necessary precautions - Protection from skin and eye injury is mandatory. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Skarvanes in May?
The high-temperature, in May, in Skarvanes, records 8.1°C (46.6°F), while the low-temperature is 6.5°C (43.7°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In Skarvanes, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.
How much does it rain in Skarvanes in May?
In May, the rain falls for 18.2 days. Throughout May, 41mm (1.61") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Skarvanes aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Skarvanes have in May?
The average day length in May is 17h and 41min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 21:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 22:52 WEST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Skarvanes?
The average sunshine duration in May is 6.8h.
What are the months with the highest UV index?
May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
In Skarvanes, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average rainfall
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Average snowfall
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average pressure in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average wind speed in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average humidity in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in May
Skarvanes, 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%).

Average rainfall in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average rainfall days in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average snowfall in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average snowfall days in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • 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).

Average sunshine days in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average UV index in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in May
Skarvanes, 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 - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in May
Skarvanes, 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).

Average visibility in May - Skarvanes, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in May
Skarvanes, 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).

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