May weather forecast
Grimstad, Norway

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Grimstad, is a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 12.9°C (55.2°F) and 7.8°C (46°F).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a chilly 8.6°C (47.5°F) in April to a cool 12.9°C (55.2°F). During the month of May, the temperature falls to an average of 7.8°C (46°F).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 71%, are the least humid months in Grimstad.

Rainfall

In Grimstad, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 31mm (1.22") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 152.2 rainfall days, and 592mm (23.31") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Grimstad.

Sea temperature

In Grimstad, the average seawater temperature in May is 10.7°C (51.3°F).
Note: Swimming in 10.7°C (51.3°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.

Daylight

In Grimstad, Norway, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 49min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 21:15. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:30 and sunset at 22:16 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Grimstad are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 4 leads to the following instructions:
Put precautions into practice - Guidance to elude sunburn is provided. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jan 26, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us / Weather Forecasting / Data Sources

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Grimstad in May?

In May, in Grimstad, the average high-temperature is 12.9°C (55.2°F), and the average low-temperature is 7.8°C (46°F).

What are the least humid months in Grimstad?

The months with the lowest humidity in Grimstad, Norway, are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 71%.

What is the average humidity in May in Grimstad?

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in Grimstad in May?

In Grimstad, in May, it is raining for 11.6 days, with typically 31mm (1.22") of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Grimstad?

In Grimstad, Norway, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in Grimstad in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How cold is the water in May in Grimstad?

In May, the average sea temperature is 10.7°C (51.3°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.

How many hours of daylight does Grimstad have in May?

The average day length in May is 16h and 49min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Grimstad?

On the first day of May in Grimstad, sunrise is at 05:29 and sunset at 21:15. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:30 and sunset at 22:16 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Grimstad?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Grimstad?

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Grimstad.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Grimstad?

In Grimstad, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average temperature in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 12.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.6°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 7.8°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (13.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-1.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average pressure in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average wind speed in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (21.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (16.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average humidity in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average rainfall in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 31mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (65mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average rainfall days in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average snowfall in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (106mm).
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average snowfall days in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average sea temperature in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 10.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (18.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.4°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average sunshine days in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average UV index in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average cloud cover in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Grimstad, Norway

Average visibility in May - Grimstad, Norway
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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

Grimstad, Norway

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