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
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 0.6°C (33.1°F) in April to a still icy 4.6°C (40.3°F). Húsavík records an average low of -1.3°C (29.7°F) throughout the nights in May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Húsavík, Iceland, is 84%.Rainfall
In Húsavík, Iceland, during May, the rain falls for 16.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 49mm (1.93") of precipitation. In Húsavík, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.8 days and collects up to 881mm (34.69") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Húsavík, during May, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 100mm (3.94") of snow. In Húsavík, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.1 days and aggregates up to 2536mm (99.84") of snow.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 3.9°C (39°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
The average length of the day in May in Húsavík is 19h and 23min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:22 and sunset at 21:49. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 02:19 and sunset at 23:54 GMT.
Sunshine
With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
April through September, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Húsavík during May?
What is the average humidity in May in Húsavík?
How much does it rain in Húsavík in May?
How much does it snow in Húsavík in May?
How cold is the water in May in Húsavík?
What is the average length of the day in May in Húsavík?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Húsavík?
What month has the most sunshine in Húsavík?
How many hours of sunshine does Húsavík have in May?
What is the month with the highest UV index in Húsavík?
What is the UV index reading in May in Húsavík?
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).
Húsavík, Iceland
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