May weather forecast
Sonkajärvi, Finland

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Sonkajärvi, Finland, with an average temperature ranging between max 12.5°C (54.5°F) and min 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a significant increase in average high-temperatures, soaring from April's wintry 3.2°C (37.8°F) to a fresh 12.5°C (54.5°F). Sonkajärvi observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 4.3°C (39.7°F) during the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Sonkajärvi, in May, during 13.4 rainfall days, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 364mm (14.33") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Sonkajärvi, in May, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 44mm (1.73") of snow. In Sonkajärvi, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.2 days and aggregates up to 903mm (35.55") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Sonkajärvi is 18h and 18min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:43 and sunset at 21:30. On the last day of May, in Sonkajärvi, sunrise is at 03:13 and sunset at 23:01 EEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions. Light skin individuals may get burned in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sonkajärvi in May?
The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 12.5°C (54.5°F) and 4.3°C (39.7°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity in Sonkajärvi is 71%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many days does it snow in May in Sonkajärvi?
In Sonkajärvi, in May, during 3.3 snowfall days, 44mm (1.73") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Sonkajärvi have in May?
In May, the average day length is 18h and 18min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:43 and sunset at 21:30. On the last day of the month, in Sonkajärvi, sunrise is at 03:13 and sunset at 23:01 EEST.
How many hours of sunshine does Sonkajärvi have in May?
In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.6h.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Sonkajärvi?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average temperature in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (20.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-11.6°C).

Average pressure in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average pressure in May
Sonkajärvi, 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 (1006.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average wind speed in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (13.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10km/h).

Average humidity in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average humidity in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

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

Average rainfall in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average rainfall in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (48mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (21mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average rainfall days in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average snowfall in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average snowfall in May: 44mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (160mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average snowfall days in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (23.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average sunshine days in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (13 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average UV index in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average cloud cover in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May - Sonkajärvi, Finland
Average visibility in May
Sonkajärvi, Finland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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