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
In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a freezing cold -0.4°C (31.3°F) in April to a cold 4.4°C (39.9°F). In May, in Alta, Norway, the average low-temperature is -0.5°C (31.1°F).Humidity
In Alta, Norway, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.Rainfall
In May, in Alta, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is accumulated. In Alta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 113.3 days and collects up to 318mm (12.52") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Alta. In Alta, in May, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 46mm (1.81") of snow. Throughout the year, in Alta, there are 90.6 snowfall days, and 728mm (28.66") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Alta, in May, the average water temperature is 5°C (41°F).Note: Swimming in 5°C (41°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
Daylight
In Alta, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 42min.Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Alta, Norway, is 3.6h.UV index
In Alta, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in May interpret into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
FAQ
What is the temperature in May in Alta?
What is the average humidity in May in Alta?
How many days does it rain in May in Alta?
How many days does it snow in May in Alta?
What is the water temperature in May in Alta?
How many hours of daylight does Alta have in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Alta have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Alta?
Average temperature in May
Alta, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 4.4°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.4°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (-6.7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -0.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-11.9°C).
Average pressure in May
Alta, Norway
- Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Alta, Norway
- Average wind speed in May: 13.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Alta, Norway
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 31mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (44mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Alta, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall in May: 46mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (137mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Alta, Norway
- Average snowfall days in May: 7.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Alta, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 5°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (4°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alta, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 42min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 10min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 3h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Alta, Norway
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Alta, Norway
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Alta, Norway
- Average cloud cover in May: 64
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 67).
The months with the least cloud cover are July, August and September (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in May
Alta, Norway
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is April (7km).
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