May weather forecastAkureyri, Iceland
May weather for Akureyri, Iceland: Throughout the year, in Akureyri, Iceland, there are 122.6 snowfall days, and 2565mm (100.98") of snow is accumulated. In Akureyri, Iceland, during May, the rain falls for 15 days and regularly aggregates up to 44mm (1.73") of precipitation.
May
Weather in May
May blooming spring is evidenced by rising temperatures peaking at 4.7°C (40.5°F), making it noticeably warmer than the previous month. The abandonment of snowfall, replaced by increased rainfall, marks the full transition from winter to spring. Daylight increases substantially and a warmer sun further enhances Akureyri's spring weather. Expansive cloud coverage maintains the coolness while the moderate winds add to the pleasant weather conditions.Temperature
The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from 0.7°C (33.3°F) to a still icy 4.7°C (40.5°F). Akureyri encounters an average low-temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F) during May nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Akureyri is 84%.Rainfall
In Akureyri, Iceland, in May, during 15 rainfall days, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akureyri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.3 days and collects up to 851mm (33.5") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Akureyri are January through June, September through December. In Akureyri, in May, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 93mm (3.66") of snow. Throughout the year, in Akureyri, Iceland, there are 122.6 snowfall days, and 2565mm (100.98") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Akureyri, Iceland, is 4.2°C (39.6°F).Note: During swimming events, this situation presents an imminent life risk. Instantaneous loss of breath control makes clear thinking a near impossibility. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to limit thermal dissipation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 19h and 12min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:29 and sunset at 21:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 02:33 and sunset at 23:46 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Akureyri.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following advice:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average high temperature in May: 4.7°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-3.5°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -1.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-9°C).
Average pressure in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average pressure in May: 1013.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (998.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average wind speed in May: 12.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9km/h).
Average humidity in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall in May: 44mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (30mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in May: 15 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (8.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall in May: 93mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (499mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in May: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (21.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in May: 4.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average daylight in May: 19h and 12min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 1h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (11.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are March and December (5.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in May: 66
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in May
Akureyri, Iceland
- Average visibility in May: 8km
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 (7km).
