May weather forecastKongsberg, Norway

May weather for Kongsberg, Norway: On the last day of the month, in Kongsberg, sunrise is at 04:14 and sunset at 22:24 CEST. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Kongsberg aggregates 16mm (0.63") of snow.

May

Weather in May

May in Kongsberg is characterized by mild weather that is suitable for outdoor activities. The warming trend continues from April with temperatures reaching as high as 13.8°C (56.8°F). Snowfall ceases entirely, replaced by rainfall amounts jumping to 66mm (2.6"). May, compared to its predecessor, hosts more hours of daylight, creating an inviting ambiance. The spring greenery flourishes under the milder weather conditions in May.

Temperature

Kongsberg sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a chilly 8.3°C (46.9°F) in April to a moderate 13.8°C (56.8°F). Kongsberg's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a wintry 4.3°C (39.7°F).

Humidity

The least humid month in Kongsberg is May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

Rainfall

In Kongsberg, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.5 rainfall days, and 779mm (30.67") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kongsberg. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Kongsberg aggregates 16mm (0.63") of snow. In Kongsberg, during the entire year, snow falls for 69 days and aggregates up to 1705mm (67.13") of snow.

Daylight

In Kongsberg, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:17. On the last day of May, in Kongsberg, sunrise is at 04:14 and sunset at 22:24 CEST.

Sunshine

In Kongsberg, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kongsberg, Norway, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 in May translates into these instructions:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in May, in Kongsberg, is 13.8°C (56.8°F), while the average low-temperature is 4.3°C (39.7°F).

With an average relative humidity of 70%, May is the least humid month in Kongsberg, Norway.

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

In Kongsberg, in May, during 16.5 rainfall days, 66mm (2.6") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

May is the last month it regularly snows in Kongsberg. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Kongsberg aggregates 16mm (0.63") of snow.

In May, the average day length in Kongsberg is 17h and 7min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:18 and sunset at 21:17. On the last day of the month, in Kongsberg, sunrise is at 04:14 and sunset at 22:24 CEST.

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

The months with the highest UV index in Kongsberg are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

In Kongsberg, Norway, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average high temperature in May: 13.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-8.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1014.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1007.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average wind speed in May: 9.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average rainfall in May: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (89mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (34mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average snowfall in May: 16mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (368mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 6min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 6min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in May
Kongsberg, Norway

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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