Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
Olderdalen's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's icy 0.3°C (32.5°F) to a still cold 4.3°C (39.7°F). Olderdalen navigates through May with a barely noticeable decrease in temperature at night, stabilizing at a freezing cold -0.3°C (31.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 86%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 15.8 days and accumulates 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout May, 156mm (6.14") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.3 snowfall days, and 2376mm (93.54") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Olderdalen, in May, the average water temperature is 6.2°C (43.2°F).Note: With an efficient thermal swimsuit, one can navigate 6.2°C (43.2°F) even if it's colder than 10°C (50°F); otherwise, rapid cold shock and breathlessness might set in. Barely wading at 13°C (55.4°F) feels chilly.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Olderdalen is 11h and 15min.Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 4.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Olderdalen is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
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What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 4.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -0.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (7.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.1°C).
Average pressure in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average pressure in May: 1013.9mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1013.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average wind speed in May: 13km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (20.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average humidity in May: 86%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (87%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 57mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is March (79mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (57mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average snowfall in May: 156mm
The month with the highest snowfall is March (470mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average snowfall days in May: 8.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (22.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 6.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.1°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 11h and 1min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average sunshine days in May: 7.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (6.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are March and April (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average cloud cover in May: 59
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 53).
Average visibility in May
Olderdalen, Norway
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April and May (8km).
