May weather forecastVadso, Norway
May
Weather in May
May sees a significant shift in Vadso weather as spring fully sets in. The warmest month so far, temperatures rise to a high of 5.2°C (41.4°F) while maintaining an average low of 2.2°C (36°F). There's a steep dive in snowfall, with the numbers dropping to 50mm (1.97") falling just for 7.8 days. Consequently, the winter landscapes begin to blossom into spring beauty, with wildflowers dotting the scenery under the bright skies. The increasing daylight hours, which extend up to a splendid 22.4 hours, are perfect to witness the remarkable transformation.Temperature
May brings a slight rise in Vadso's average high-temperature, moving from a wintry 0.8°C (33.4°F) in April to a still icy 5.2°C (41.4°F). Vadso's evenings during May maintain an average temperature of 2.2°C (36°F), aligning closely with the daytime temperatures.Humidity
In Vadso, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.Rainfall
In Vadso, Norway, during May, the rain falls for 9.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation. In Vadso, Norway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.7 days and collects up to 280mm (11.02") of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Vadso, Norway, in May, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 50mm (1.97") of snow. Throughout the year, in Vadso, there are 96.9 snowfall days, and 579mm (22.8") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In Vadso, Norway, in May, the average water temperature is 4°C (39.2°F).Note: For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Vadso is 9h and 59min.Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 3.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Ensure safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are presented. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 5.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (12.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-3.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 2.2°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (-7.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1002.3mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average wind speed in May: 18.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (25.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (15.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 24mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (28mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (16mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 9.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average snowfall in May: 50mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (97mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average snowfall days in May: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 4°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February, March and April (3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 3h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (8.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average cloud cover in May: 63
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 56).
Average visibility in May
Vadso, Norway
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are March and April (8km).
