May weather forecastEidfjord, Norway

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an icy month in Eidfjord, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 3.3°C (37.9°F) and -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Temperature

Eidfjord experiences a minor temperature shift with the start of May, with average high-temperatures moving from a subzero cold -0.9°C (30.4°F) in April to a wintry 3.3°C (37.9°F). During May nights, Eidfjord witnesses a consistent average temperature of -3.5°C (25.7°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Eidfjord is 90%.

Rainfall

In Eidfjord, during May, the rain falls for 10.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 63mm (2.48") of precipitation. In Eidfjord, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116.6 days and collects up to 971mm (38.23") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through December are months with snowfall. In Eidfjord, in May, during 17.5 snowfall days, 354mm (13.94") of snow is typically accumulated. In Eidfjord, during the entire year, snow falls for 202.8 days and aggregates up to 4409mm (173.58") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Eidfjord, in May, the average water temperature is 9.5°C (49.1°F).
Note: One needs to be cautious in 9.5°C (49.1°F) waters. 13°C (55.4°F) is already forbidding, but sub-10°C (14°F) can seriously disrupt your breathing and lead to a frigid shock, considering one's well-being.

Daylight

In Eidfjord, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 21:32. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:16 and sunset at 22:42 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.3h.

UV index

In Eidfjord, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in May translates into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Eidfjord, is 3.3°C (37.9°F) and the average low-temperature is -3.5°C (25.7°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 90%.

In May, in Eidfjord, Norway, the rain falls for 10.1 days. Throughout May, 63mm (2.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Eidfjord, in May, during 17.5 snowfall days, 354mm (13.94") of snow is typically accumulated.

In May, the average sea temperature in Eidfjord is 9.5°C (49.1°F). Swimming in 9.5°C (49.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

The average day length in May in Eidfjord, Norway, is 17h and 19min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 21:32. On the last day of the month, in Eidfjord, Norway, sunrise is at 04:16 and sunset at 22:42 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May is 6.3h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average high temperature in May: 3.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -3.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are April and May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average wind speed in May: 10.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (14.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average humidity in May: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average rainfall in May: 63mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (119mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (54mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average snowfall in May: 354mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (796mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (5mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (26.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (1.5 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in May: 9.5°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.6°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 18min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (9.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • 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 January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in May: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).

Average visibility in May
Eidfjord, Norway

  • Average visibility in May: 6km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (8km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (5km).