Weather in May
In
May, the temperature of the sea climbs to a decent 3.9°C (39°F) heralding the onset of warmer conditions. There is a substantial increase in daylight hours to 19.4 hours, marking this month as a time of elongated days. As one steps into May from
April, the weather becomes relatively clear making it an ideal time for outdoor activities. Breathing the fresh Icelandic air under the golden sunlight becomes a frequent pleasure for the residents of
Siglufjörður.
Sea temperature
In Siglufjörður, in May, the average water temperature is 3.9°C (39°F).
Note: In the water-based sport of swimming, this state is life-threatening and exceedingly dangerous. The freezing water causes severe discomfort, leading to rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is compulsory to avert thermal damage.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 19h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:28 and sunset at 21:57. On the last day of May, in Siglufjörður, sunrise is at 02:22 and sunset at 00:04 GMT.
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