May weather forecast
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, with an average temperature ranging between min 1°C (33.8°F) and max 6°C (42.8°F).

Temperature

In Egilsstaðir, the average high-temperature in May slightly increases from a wintry 3°C (37.4°F) in April to a frosty 6°C (42.8°F). The average low-temperature, in Egilsstaðir, is 1°C (33.8°F).

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 11 days and typically collects 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 18h and 59min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:20 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 02:32 and sunset at 23:18 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 6h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Egilsstaðir?

In May, in Egilsstaðir, the average high-temperature is 6°C (42.8°F), and the average low-temperature is 1°C (33.8°F).

What is the driest month in Egilsstaðir?

May is the month with the least rainfall in Egilsstaðir, Iceland. Rain falls for 11 days and accumulates 47mm (1.85") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Egilsstaðir in May?

In May, in Egilsstaðir, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 47mm (1.85") of precipitation is accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Egilsstaðir have in May?

In May, the average day length in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, is 18h and 59min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Egilsstaðir?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:20 and sunset at 21:28. On the last day of the month, in Egilsstaðir, Iceland, sunrise is at 02:32 and sunset at 23:18 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Egilsstaðir have in May?

In Egilsstaðir, the average sunshine duration in May is 6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Egilsstaðir?

In Egilsstaðir, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average temperature in May - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in May: 6°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (11°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and March (1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (6°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (-4°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall in May - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in May: 47mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (107mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (47mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average rainfall days in May - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October and December (16 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (11 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in May
Egilsstaðir, Iceland

Average UV index in May - Egilsstaðir, Iceland
  • 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, November and December (UV index 0).

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