May weather forecast
Moskenes, Norway

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Moskenes, Norway, with an average temperature varying between 5.7°C (42.3°F) and 7.3°C (45.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, a modest change to a frosty 7.3°C (45.1°F) from April's 4.6°C (40.3°F) is noted in high-temperature. Moskenes upholds a consistent average temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F) throughout the nights of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Moskenes is 77%.

Rainfall

In Moskenes, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 28mm (1.1") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 477mm (18.78") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Moskenes, Norway, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.6 snowfall days, in May, Moskenes aggregates 24mm (0.94") of snow. Throughout the year, in Moskenes, there are 54.6 snowfall days, and 450mm (17.72") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Moskenes, the average seawater temperature in May is 6.7°C (44.1°F).
Note: Staying in 6.7°C (44.1°F) waters for just a few moments at 13°C (55.4°F) can be harrowing, and below 10°C (50°F) poses breathing and cold shock risks, depending on individual tolerance.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 56min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Moskenes in May?

In May, in Moskenes, the average high-temperature is 7.3°C (45.1°F), and the average low-temperature is 5.7°C (42.3°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Moskenes?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Moskenes?

In Moskenes, Norway, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 28mm (1.1") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Moskenes?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.6 snowfall days, in May, Moskenes aggregates 24mm (0.94") of snow.

How cold is the water in May in Moskenes?

In Moskenes, Norway, in May, the average water temperature is 6.7°C (44.1°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.

What is the average length of the day in May in Moskenes?

In May, the average day length in Moskenes is 16h and 56min.

How many hours of sunshine does Moskenes have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Moskenes, Norway, is 7.3h.

How high is the UV index in May in Moskenes?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Moskenes, Norway, is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average temperature in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (13.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (2.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (11.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (0.4°C).

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Average pressure in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average pressure in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average pressure in May: 1013.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1000.4mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average wind speed in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average wind speed in May: 22.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and December (31.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (19.9km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average humidity in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average rainfall in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 28mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (56mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (18mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average rainfall days in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average snowfall in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall in May: 24mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (125mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average snowfall days in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average sea temperature in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 6.7°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.8°C).

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

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

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average sunshine days in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (7.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Moskenes, Norway

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is March (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Moskenes, Norway

Average cloud cover in May - Moskenes, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 69).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 53).

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Average visibility in May
Moskenes, Norway

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

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

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