May weather forecastSkaftafell, Iceland
May
Weather in May
May brings a more comfortable climate, with Skaftafell starting to warm up. This month is characterized by a significant temperature hike. From the previous month, both the lowest and highest temperatures increase by a few°C. The reduced snowfall is replaced by rainfall, and a significant increase in daylight hours sets the stage for more outdoor activities.Temperature
The arrival of May in Skaftafell is marked by an average high-temperature of a frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F), bearing a close resemblance to April. The temperature during May experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 2.1°C (35.8°F) at night.Humidity
May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Skaftafell, in May, it is raining for 16.2 days, with typically 68mm (2.68") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 187.1 rainfall days, and 1193mm (46.97") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Skaftafell aggregates 42mm (1.65") of snow. In Skaftafell, during the entire year, snow falls for 62.5 days and aggregates up to 893mm (35.16") of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 18h and 27min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:38 and sunset at 21:31. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:05 and sunset at 23:06 GMT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 8.3h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during May translates into the following directions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average high temperature in May: 6.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (0.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 2.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (-3.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average pressure in May: 1012.6mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1014mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average wind speed in May: 16.4km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (22.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
Average humidity in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and December (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall in May: 68mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (135mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (46mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall in May: 42mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (209mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 24min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is August (14.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 61).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in May
Skaftafell, Iceland
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
