May weather forecastBurfjord, Norway

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another cold month in Burfjord, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 4.3°C (39.7°F) and -0.3°C (31.5°F).

Temperature

May's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from 0.3°C (32.5°F) in April to a still icy 4.3°C (39.7°F). Burfjord, during the May nights, maintains an average temperature of -0.3°C (31.5°F), closely aligned with its daytime readings.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 86%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Burfjord, during May, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 121.3 snowfall days, and 2376mm (93.54") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Burfjord, the average seawater temperature in May is 5.3°C (41.5°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 5.3°C (41.5°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

In Burfjord, Norway, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 41min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 4.7h.

UV index

In Burfjord, Norway, 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 daily high UV index of 2 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Burfjord, is 4.3°C (39.7°F) and the average low-temperature is -0.3°C (31.5°F).

In Burfjord, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.

In Burfjord, Norway, in May, during 15.8 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout May, 156mm (6.14") of snow is accumulated.

In May, the average sea temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F). Swimming in 5.3°C (41.5°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

The average day length in May is 10h and 41min.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

In Burfjord, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average high temperature in May: 4.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -0.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average pressure in May: 1013.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average wind speed in May: 13km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (57mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average snowfall in May: 156mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (470mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in May: 5.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (3.8°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average daylight in May: 10h and 42min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 4h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Burfjord, 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 March and April (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in May: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in May
Burfjord, Norway

  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and May (8km).