May weather forecast
Tau, Norway

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Weather in May

May ushers in the full bloom of spring by pumping warmth into Tau's air. The town starts displaying a mix of spring hues as the average sea temperature rises to a pleasant 9.4°C (48.9°F). There is abundance of sunshine averaging 9.2 hours per day with corresponding drop in snowfall to a meager 6mm (0.24"). The rising heat and humidity levels rub off their lively warmth to Tau’s ambient beauty. Water bodies bask under clear skies, attracting nature enthusiasts and water sports aficionados.

Temperature

May's arrival brings a modest temperature shift, moving from a frosty 6.6°C (43.9°F) in April to a cool 10.4°C (50.7°F). During the May nights, Tau's temperature maintains an average close to the daytime highs, settling at an icy 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

Rainfall

In Tau, in May, it is raining for 15.8 days, with typically 69mm (2.72") of accumulated precipitation. In Tau, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.9 days and collects up to 1189mm (46.81") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tau are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Tau. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Tau aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 577mm (22.72") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Tau, in May, the average water temperature is 9.4°C (48.9°F).
Note: Navigating the 9.4°C (48.9°F) at 13°C (55.4°F) is no joy, and temperatures less than 10°C (50°F) can threaten breathing and cause a chilling shock, gauging personal stamina.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:34 and sunset at 22:33 CEST.

Sunshine

In Tau, the average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Tau?

The high-temperature in Tau, Norway, during May is 10.4°C (50.7°F) and the low-temperature is 5.8°C (42.4°F).

What is the least humid month in Tau?

May is the least humid month in Tau, with an average relative humidity of 76%.

What is the average humidity in May in Tau?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Tau?

In Tau, during May, the rain falls for 15.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 69mm (2.72") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Tau?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Tau. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Tau aggregates 6mm (0.24") of snow.

How cold is the water in May in Tau?

In Tau, Norway, the average seawater temperature in May is 9.4°C (48.9°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.

How many hours of daylight does Tau have in May?

In Tau, Norway, the average day length in May is 16h and 58min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tau?

On the first day of May in Tau, sunrise is at 05:36 and sunset at 21:29. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:34 and sunset at 22:33 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Tau?

In Tau, Norway, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Tau?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tau, Norway

Average temperature in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 10.4°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (1.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°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 (-2.2°C).

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Average pressure in May
Tau, Norway

Average pressure in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1006.8mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Tau, Norway

Average wind speed in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (18.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Tau, Norway

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Tau, Norway

Average rainfall in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 69mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (54mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Tau, Norway

Average rainfall days in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Tau, Norway

Average snowfall in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average snowfall in May: 6mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (189mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Tau, Norway

Average snowfall days in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10 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
Tau, Norway

Average sea temperature in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 9.4°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (16.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (4.7°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Tau, Norway

Average sunshine days in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (14.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Tau, Norway

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

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Tau, Norway

Average cloud cover in May - Tau, Norway
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 64).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in May
Tau, Norway

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

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

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Tau, Norway

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