May weather forecast
Sund, Faroe Islands

May

Weather in May

The weather in May paves the way for a warmer Sund, with precipitation levels further lowering and daylight strikingly elongating. The most striking feature of this month's weather is the massive change in daylight hours, which increase almost by 3 hours from April, resulting in 17.8 hours of daylight. The city vibrantly responds to the incoming summer weather, with vegetation fully coming to life. Humidity levels surge a little, but not overwhelmingly high, making it fairly comfortable. Despite occasional drizzles, tourists can anticipate longer days and pleasant weather.

Temperature

The introduction of May sees an average high-temperature of a still chilly 8.1°C (46.6°F), hardly deviating from April. Nighttime in Sund, during May, brings an average low of 6.5°C (43.7°F), a modest reduction from the day's peak.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sund, Faroe Islands, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation. In Sund, 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 Sund are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Sund. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Sund aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow. In Sund, 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 Sund is 17h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 21:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 03:54 and sunset at 22:56 WEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index in Sund. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 during May leads to these advisories:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sund in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sund, Faroe Islands, during May are 8.1°C (46.6°F) and 6.5°C (43.7°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May in Sund?
The average relative humidity in May in Sund is 82%.
How many days does it rain in May in Sund?
In Sund, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 41mm (1.61") of precipitation.
What is the last month it snows in Sund?
May is the last month it regularly snows in Sund, Faroe Islands. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Sund aggregates 7mm (0.28") of snow.
How many hours of daylight does Sund have in May?
The average day length in May is 17h and 46min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Sund?
On the first day of May in Sund, Faroe Islands, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 21:37. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:54 and sunset at 22:56 WEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sund have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Sund, Faroe Islands, is 6.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Sund?
The months with the highest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 3.
How high is the UV index in May in Sund?
In Sund, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
Average max. wind speed
Average wind speed gusts
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average temperature in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average pressure in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average wind speed in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average humidity in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average rainfall days in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average snowfall days in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sund, Faroe Islands
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
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).

Average sunshine days in May - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average sunshine days in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average UV index in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average cloud cover in May
Sund, 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 - Sund, Faroe Islands
Average visibility in May
Sund, 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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