May weather forecastFauske, Norway

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Fauske, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 3.6°C (38.5°F) and 6.9°C (44.4°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 2.9°C (37.2°F) in April to a frosty 6.9°C (44.4°F). Fauske notes a consistent average low-temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F) during May nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Fauske is 79%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, October through December. In Fauske, Norway, in May, during 5.4 snowfall days, 94mm (3.7") of snow is typically accumulated. In Fauske, during the entire year, snow falls for 72.9 days and aggregates up to 1099mm (43.27") of snow.

Sea temperature

In Fauske, the average seawater temperature in May is 6.7°C (44.1°F).
Note: Danger awaits those who swim in 6.7°C (44.1°F) without protection. Falling below 10°C (50°F) means intense cold shock and hyperventilation.

Daylight

With an average of 19h and 30min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.

UV index

In Fauske, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during May translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.

Frequently asked questions

Fauske in May has an average high-temperature of 6.9°C (44.4°F) and an average low-temperature of 3.6°C (38.5°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 16.6 days and accumulates 53mm (2.09") of precipitation.

In May, the rain falls for 16.6 days. Throughout May, 53mm (2.09") of precipitation is accumulated.

In Fauske, in May, during 5.4 snowfall days, 94mm (3.7") of snow is typically accumulated.

In May, the average sea temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°F). Swimming in 6.7°C (44.1°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

May has the longest days of the year, with an average of 19h and 30min of daylight.

The average day length in May is 19h and 28min.

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.9h of sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

In Fauske, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average high temperature in May: 6.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (14.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 3.6°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (10.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-4.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average wind speed in May: 15.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (24.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average rainfall in May: 53mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (88mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (53mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average snowfall in May: 94mm

The month with the highest snowfall is March (228mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (15.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average sea temperature in May: 6.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.3°C).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 30min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (9.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in May: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 53).

Average visibility in May
Fauske, Norway

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (9km).