May weather forecastSodankylä, Finland

May weather for Sodankylä, Finland: In Sodankylä, in May, during 8.9 snowfall days, 88mm (3.46") of snow is typically accumulated. In Sodankylä, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.

May

Weather in May

May ushers in a considerable change in the weather pattern in Sodankylä. The snowfall plummets to 88mm (3.46"), giving way to more rainfall. May brings with it the anticipation of spring’s arrival, and the last vestiges of winter slowly fade away. The terrain sheds its snowy veil, revealing a new, vibrant landscape. Warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours mark the weather in Sodankylä during May, providing a distinct contrast to the past winter months.

Temperature

May sees a temperature increase, moving from a wintry 0.7°C (33.3°F) in April to a chilly 8.4°C (47.1°F). Sodankylä records an average nighttime low of 1.3°C (34.3°F) in May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sodankylä, during May, the rain falls for 15.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Sodankylä, during the entire year, the rain falls for 124.5 days and collects up to 468mm (18.43") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Sodankylä. In Sodankylä, in May, during 8.9 snowfall days, 88mm (3.46") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.9 snowfall days, and 1538mm (60.55") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 18h and 48min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year in Sodankylä.

Sunshine

In Sodankylä, the average sunshine in May is 6.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sodankylä is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.

Frequently asked questions

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 8.4°C (47.1°F) and a low-temperature of 1.3°C (34.3°F).

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

In Sodankylä, in May, it is raining for 15.4 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation.

In Sodankylä, during May, snow falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 88mm (3.46") of snow.

May has the longest days of the year in Sodankylä, Finland, with an average of 18h and 48min of daylight.

The average day length in May in Sodankylä is 18h and 50min.

In Sodankylä, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sodankylä is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average high temperature in May: 8.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-8.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 1.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-14.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average wind speed in May: 10.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average rainfall in May: 43mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (61mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average snowfall in May: 88mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (261mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average snowfall days in May: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (22.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 48min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (12.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average cloud cover in May: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 80).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in May
Sodankylä, Finland

  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (5km).