May weather forecastVardo, Norway
May
Weather in May
May brings along an apparent shift in Vardo, Norway's weather pattern. Snowfall gets significantly reduced as compared to April, documenting an average of 47mm (1.85"). The long-awaited spring finally establishes its hold with the month of May, steering the weather towards warmer days. Longer hours of daylight, paired with the city's increasing visibility, makes this month well suited for outdoor activities. Despite the cold sea temperature affecting the local climate, a visible increase in overall warmth can be noted.Temperature
Observing a slight rise in May, the average high-temperature shifts from April's icy 2°C (35.6°F) to a still cold 5°C (41°F). The nights of May cool down to an average low of 3.1°C (37.6°F), subtly lower than daytime highs.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Vardo is 80%.Rainfall
In Vardo, in May, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 32mm (1.26") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Vardo, there are 120 rainfall days, and 445mm (17.52") of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, October through December are months with snowfall. In Vardo, during May, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of snow. In Vardo, during the entire year, snow falls for 94.6 days and aggregates up to 708mm (27.87") of snow.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature in Vardo is 4.8°C (40.6°F).Note: During swimming activities, this is a serious life-threatening hazard. Rapid loss of control over breathing impairs cognitive abilities. A specialized swimsuit is essential to limit thermal wastage.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Vardo, Norway, is 9h and 23min.Sunshine
In Vardo, Norway, the average sunshine in May is 3.1h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Vardo are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Put precautions into practice - Ensuring skin and eye safety is a necessity. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average high temperature in May: 5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (11.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.1°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 3.1°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (9.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4°C).
Average pressure in May
Vardo, 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 (1001.9mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average wind speed in May: 22.5km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (32km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (19km/h).
Average humidity in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average humidity in May: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average rainfall in May: 32mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (29mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average snowfall in May: 47mm
The month with the highest snowfall is January (127mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July, August and September (0mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average snowfall days in May: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average sea temperature in May: 4.8°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (10.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (3.3°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 24min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 3h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Vardo, 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, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average cloud cover in May: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in May
Vardo, Norway
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and September (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (8km).
