May weather forecastEyrarbakki, Iceland
May
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
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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).
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).
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).
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Eyrarbakki, Iceland
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 24min
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 36min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
