May weather forecast
Hoyanger, Norway

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hoyanger, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 9.9°C (49.8°F) and an average low of 2.4°C (36.3°F).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Hoyanger sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 4.7°C (40.5°F) to a frosty 9.9°C (49.8°F). In the month of May, the average temperature dips to an icy 2.4°C (36.3°F) during the night.

Humidity

In Hoyanger, Norway, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hoyanger, in May, it is raining for 15 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation. In Hoyanger, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180 days and collects up to 1585mm (62.4") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in May, Hoyanger aggregates 82mm (3.23") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 93.1 snowfall days, and 3204mm (126.14") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature in Hoyanger is 8.8°C (47.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°F) at temperatures under 10°C (50°F) requires thermal swimsuits; otherwise, one can face cold shock and breathing difficulty. Even brief immersion at 13°C (55.4°F) feels frosty.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 31min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 21:40. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 04:12 and sunset at 22:54 CEST.

Sunshine

In Hoyanger, the average sunshine in May is 7.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?
In Hoyanger, 9.9°C (49.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 2.4°C (36.3°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, in Hoyanger, the rain falls for 15 days. Throughout May, 77mm (3.03") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3 snowfall days, in May, Hoyanger aggregates 82mm (3.23") of snow.
What is the water temperature in May?
In May, the average sea temperature is 8.8°C (47.8°F). Swimming in 8.8°C (47.8°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.
How many hours of daylight does Hoyanger have in May?
The average day length in May is 17h and 31min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Hoyanger?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:24 and sunset at 21:40. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:12 and sunset at 22:54 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.
When is the highest UV index?
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index in Hoyanger.
What is the UV index reading in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average temperature in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 9.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-2.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 2.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.3°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-7.3°C).

Average pressure in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average pressure in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1004.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average wind speed in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.8km/h).

Average humidity in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average humidity in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (75%).

Average rainfall in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average rainfall in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (230mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (56mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average rainfall days in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average snowfall in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall in May: 82mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (764mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average snowfall days in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (19.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average sea temperature in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 8.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (15.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.1°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average sunshine days in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (5.5 days).

Average UV index in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average UV index in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average cloud cover in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in May: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in May - Hoyanger, Norway
Average visibility in May
Hoyanger, Norway
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (7km).

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