May weather forecastFredrikstad, Norway
May
Weather in May
May brings a considerable warming trend to Fredrikstad, as temperatures often reach 15°C (59°F). The sea temperature shows a similar increase as it reaches 11.1°C (52°F). An increase in daylight hours enriches life, making it a vibrant month. This month marks the transition from spring to summer, taking the city into a whole new phase of the year. It's a pivotal month where changes in the weather pattern become more noticeable.Temperature
Noticing a change, the average high-temperature in Fredrikstad during May moves from April's chilly 9°C (48.2°F) to a refreshing 15°C (59°F). Fredrikstad, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 5°C (41°F).Rainfall
In Fredrikstad, in May, during 13 rainfall days, 56mm (2.2") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fredrikstad, during the entire year, the rain falls for 179 days and collects up to 808mm (31.81") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 11.1°C (52°F).Note: With the appropriate swimsuit, one can swim in 11.1°C (52°F) even if temperatures dip below 10°C (50°F); otherwise, be ready for cold shock and breath issues. A fleeting swim around 13°C (55.4°F) is distressing.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 17h and 1min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 21:10. On the last day of May, in Fredrikstad, sunrise is at 04:13 and sunset at 22:15 CEST.
Sunshine
In Fredrikstad, Norway, the average sunshine in May is 7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fredrikstad is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 15°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and February (0°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-7°C).
Average rainfall in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 56mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (104mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and April (42mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is April (12 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 11.1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (2.8°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h).
Average UV index in May
Fredrikstad, Norway
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 0).
