May weather forecast
Sørland, Norway

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Sørland, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 5.7°C (42.3°F) and an average high of 7.4°C (45.3°F).

Temperature

Sørland notes an average high-temperature of a chilly 7.4°C (45.3°F) in May, displaying minor variation from April. Throughout May, Sørland's nights experience a slight temperature dip to an icy 5.7°C (42.3°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sørland, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 32mm (1.26") of precipitation. In Sørland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 189.5 days and collects up to 640mm (25.2") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Sørland aggregates 13mm (0.51") of snow. In Sørland, during the entire year, snow falls for 43.5 days and aggregates up to 323mm (12.72") of snow.

Sea temperature

In May, the average sea temperature is 6.8°C (44.2°F).
Note: Beware of 6.8°C (44.2°F) waters at 13°C (55.4°F), they're uninviting, and a dip below 10°C (50°F) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.

Daylight

With an average of 17h and 30min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Undertake protective steps - Recommendations to avoid sunburn are issued. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?
Sørland in May has an average high-temperature of 7.4°C (45.3°F) and an average low-temperature of 5.7°C (42.3°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 32mm (1.26") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the last month it snows?
May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Sørland aggregates 13mm (0.51") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in May in Sørland?
In Sørland, the average seawater temperature in May is 6.8°C (44.2°F). Swimming in 6.8°C (44.2°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.
When are the longest days?
With an average of 17h and 30min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year.
How many hours of daylight does Sørland have in May?
The average day length in May is 17h and 31min.
What month has the most sunshine?
With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 7.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (13.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (3.5°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 March (1.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Sørland, 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 (1000.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average wind speed in May: 23.7km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (33.9km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (21.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and December (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 32mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are November and December (76mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average snowfall in May: 13mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (86mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

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

Average sea temperature in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 6.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (13°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.3°C).

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

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in May: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in May
Sørland, Norway
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

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

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