May weather forecast
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

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Weather in May

The weather in May marks a clear departure from the chilling winters, as signs of warming weather turn more apparent in Eyrarbakki. With the environment slowly transitioning towards summer, the atmosphere carries a lighter touch, inviting residents to enjoy more outdoor activities. Temperatures make a significant leap, with a daytime high near 8.5°C (47.3°F) and comfortable lows around 4.3°C (39.7°F). The striking increase in daylight, coupled with virtually no snow, brings a refreshing change of pace. It marks the official end of the winter dwellings and the beginning of a much-awaited milder season.

Temperature

Eyrarbakki experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F) in April to a frosty 8.5°C (47.3°F). Eyrarbakki, during May nights, experiences a subtle shift to a low average of 4.3°C (39.7°F) from the day's heat.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

Rainfall

In Eyrarbakki, during May, the rain falls for 17.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 208.7 rainfall days, and 1105mm (43.5") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Eyrarbakki. May is the last month it regularly snows in Eyrarbakki. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Eyrarbakki aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 61.9 snowfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Eyrarbakki, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Eyrarbakki, Iceland, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 21:47. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:24 and sunset at 23:20 GMT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Eyrarbakki is 7.6h.

UV index

In Eyrarbakki, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Heed the precautions - Protecting the skin and eyes from damage is compulsory. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Eyrarbakki?

The high-temperature, in May, in Eyrarbakki, is 8.5°C (47.3°F), while the low-temperature averages to 4.3°C (39.7°F).

What is the least humid month in Eyrarbakki?

The least humid month in Eyrarbakki is May, with an average relative humidity of 74%.

What is the average humidity in May in Eyrarbakki?

In May, the average relative humidity in Eyrarbakki, Iceland, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Eyrarbakki in May?

In Eyrarbakki, in May, it is raining for 17.4 days, with typically 63mm (2.48") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Eyrarbakki?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Eyrarbakki, Iceland. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Eyrarbakki aggregates 10mm (0.39") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Eyrarbakki?

The average day length in May in Eyrarbakki is 18h and 23min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Eyrarbakki?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:55 and sunset at 21:47. On the last day of the month, in Eyrarbakki, Iceland, sunrise is at 03:24 and sunset at 23:20 GMT.

How many hours of sunshine does Eyrarbakki have in May?

In Eyrarbakki, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Eyrarbakki?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average temperature in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in May: 8.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (13.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (1.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-1.9°C).

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Average pressure in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average pressure in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (996.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average wind speed in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in May: 19.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (24.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average humidity in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and September (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (74%).

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Average rainfall in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average rainfall in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in May: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (142mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (45mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average rainfall days in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (14.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average snowfall in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in May: 10mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (220mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average snowfall days in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average sunshine days in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is January (5.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average UV index in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average cloud cover in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and August (Cloud cover 59).

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Average visibility in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland

Average visibility in May - Eyrarbakki, Iceland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (8km).

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