Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
In May, the meteorological conditions in Húsavík subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from 0.6°C (33.1°F) in April to a still cold 4.6°C (40.3°F). An average low-temperature of -1.3°C (29.7°F) is observed during May nights.Humidity
In Húsavík, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.Rainfall
In Húsavík, in May, it is raining for 16.1 days, with typically 49mm (1.93") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.8 rainfall days, and 881mm (34.69") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Húsavík, in May, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 100mm (3.94") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 122.1 snowfall days, and 2536mm (99.84") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Húsavík, Iceland, the average seawater temperature in May is 3.9°C (39°F).Note: In the case of swimming, this is seriously cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Without the safeguard of insulated waterproof attire, hypothermia manifests rapidly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 19h and 23min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:22 and sunset at 21:49. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 02:19 and sunset at 23:54 GMT.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in May?
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Average temperature in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average high temperature in May: 4.6°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 (-3.8°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 (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Húsavík, 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
Húsavík, 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
Húsavík, 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
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average rainfall in May: 49mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (115mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (40mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.1 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average snowfall in May: 100mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (511mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in May: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average sea temperature in May: 3.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average daylight in May: 19h and 2min
The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
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
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in May: 65
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in May
Húsavík, Iceland
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The month with the highest visibility is June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (7km).
