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
Entering May, Varangerbotn sees a temperature rise, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F) to an icy 5°C (41°F). Varangerbotn sustains an average of approximately a still wintry 0°C (32°F) during May nights, with little variation from daytime highs.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 84%.Rainfall
In Varangerbotn, in May, during 12.8 rainfall days, 33mm (1.3") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Varangerbotn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.6 days and collects up to 370mm (14.57") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, it is snowing for 9.3 days. Throughout May, 67mm (2.64") of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.5 snowfall days, and 932mm (36.69") of snow is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is 4.9°C (40.8°F).Note: In swimming situations, this is a grave threat to life. The intense coldness of the water triggers extreme discomfort and rapid hyperventilation. A specialized swimsuit is required to mitigate thermal damage.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 10h and 2min.Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 2.2h.UV index
In Varangerbotn, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Is May cold?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
How many days does it snow in May?
What is the sea temperature in May?
How many hours of daylight does Varangerbotn have in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (14.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 0°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-12.6°C).
Average pressure in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1001.6mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average wind speed in May: 15.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (18.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (13.8km/h).
Average humidity in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, April and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 33mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (39mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average snowfall in May: 67mm
The month with the highest snowfall is December (160mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average snowfall days in May: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 4.9°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (10.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.5°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 18min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 2h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average sunshine days in May: 9.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (12 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (7.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Varangerbotn, 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 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average cloud cover in May: 70
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 75).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 62).
Average visibility in May
Varangerbotn, Norway
- Average visibility in May: 8km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and April (7km).
