May weather forecast
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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Weather in May

Come May, the environment in Laugarvatn transforms dramatically. With warmer days and barely any snow, it becomes more conducive for outdoor activities. A stark reduction in snowfall clears up hiking trails and the greatly missed greenery resurfaces. More sunshine hours and increased daylight make daytime activities a pleasure. Overall, May ushers in a lively atmosphere of spring.

Temperature

The shift from April to May is marked by a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 2.1°C (35.8°F) to a still wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F). An average low-temperature of 0.2°C (32.4°F) is common during the nights of May.

Humidity

In Laugarvatn, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Laugarvatn, during May, the rain falls for 16.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 59mm (2.32") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Laugarvatn, Iceland, there are 201.7 rainfall days, and 1100mm (43.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Laugarvatn, Iceland. During 4.1 snowfall days, in May, Laugarvatn aggregates 27mm (1.06") of snow. In Laugarvatn, Iceland, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.9 days and aggregates up to 1659mm (65.31") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Laugarvatn is 18h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 21:48. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 03:16 and sunset at 23:24 GMT.

Sunshine

In Laugarvatn, the average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

In Laugarvatn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is May in Laugarvatn?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Laugarvatn, is 5.5°C (41.9°F), while the average low-temperature is 0.2°C (32.4°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Laugarvatn?

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

How much does it rain in Laugarvatn in May?

In Laugarvatn, Iceland, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Laugarvatn?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.1 snowfall days, in May, Laugarvatn aggregates 27mm (1.06") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Laugarvatn have in May?

In Laugarvatn, Iceland, the average day length in May is 18h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Laugarvatn?

On the first day of May in Laugarvatn, Iceland, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 21:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:16 and sunset at 23:24 GMT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Laugarvatn?

The average sunshine duration in May in Laugarvatn, Iceland, is 7.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Laugarvatn?

In Laugarvatn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average temperature in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average high temperature in May: 5.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (-2.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 0.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-7.6°C).

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Average pressure in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average pressure in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average wind speed in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (19.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.8km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average humidity in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).

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Average rainfall in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average rainfall in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall in May: 59mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (141mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average rainfall days in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall in May: 27mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (393mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average snowfall days in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average sunshine days in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (10.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average UV index in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

Average cloud cover in May - Laugarvatn, Iceland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 66).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).

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Average visibility in May
Laugarvatn, Iceland

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (7km).

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