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 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
As May arrives, Skálholt's weather shows a minor increase in high-temperatures, edging from April's cold 2.1°C (35.8°F) to a still wintry 5.5°C (41.9°F). Throughout the month of May, Skálholt expects an average low of 0.2°C (32.4°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Skálholt, Iceland, in May, during 16.8 rainfall days, 59mm (2.32") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.3 rainfall days, and 1081mm (42.56") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.1 snowfall days, in May, Skálholt aggregates 27mm (1.06") of snow. In Skálholt, during the entire year, snow falls for 98.7 days and aggregates up to 1645mm (64.76") of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Skálholt is 18h and 29min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 04:51 and sunset at 21:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:17 and sunset at 23:22 GMT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Skálholt, Iceland, is 7.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Skálholt is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Skálholt during May?
What is the average humidity in May in Skálholt?
How much does it rain in Skálholt in May?
What is the last month it snows in Skálholt?
How many hours of daylight does Skálholt have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Skálholt?
How many hours of sunshine does Skálholt have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Skálholt?
Average temperature in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average pressure in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average wind speed in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average humidity in May
Skálholt, 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%).
Average rainfall in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average rainfall days in May
Skálholt, Iceland
- Average rainfall days in May: 16.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average snowfall days in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Skálholt, 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 24min).
- 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).
Average sunshine days in May
Skálholt, 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 (5.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Skálholt, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Skálholt, Iceland
- Average cloud cover in May: 58
The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 65).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in May
Skálholt, 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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