May weather forecast
Volda, Norway

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Weather in May

Following a long and dark winter, May in Volda gives an overwhelming welcome to the expectedly warmer climes. Notably, daylight grows further while rainfall upholds its downward trend dropping to 77mm (3.03"). Longer days and shorter nights mark a transformational change in the city's energy levels. With gradually rising sea temperatures, marine activities begin to pick up, offering exceptional experiences.

Temperature

Volda sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a cold 5°C (41°F) in April to a cool 10°C (50°F). Throughout May, an average nighttime temperature of 4°C (39.2°F) is experienced in Volda.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall in Volda, Norway. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Volda, the average seawater temperature in May is 8.2°C (46.8°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 47min.
On the first day of May in Volda, Norway, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 21:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:01 and sunset at 23:05 CEST.

Sunshine

In Volda, Norway, the average sunshine in May is 6.5h.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Volda in May?

Volda in May has an average high-temperature of 10°C (50°F) and an average low-temperature of 4°C (39.2°F).

What is the driest month in Volda?

The month with the least rainfall in Volda, Norway, is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically collects 77mm (3.03") of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Volda in May?

In Volda, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 77mm (3.03") of accumulated precipitation.

What is the water temperature in May in Volda?

In May, the average sea temperature in Volda is 8.2°C (46.8°F). Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 13°C (55.4°F) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 10°C (50°F) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

What is the average length of the day in May in Volda?

In May, the average day length in Volda is 17h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Volda?

On the first day of May in Volda, sunrise is at 05:19 and sunset at 21:46. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:01 and sunset at 23:05 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Volda have in May?

In Volda, Norway, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.5h.
Average high temperature
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
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Average temperature in May
Volda, Norway

Average temperature in May - Volda, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 10°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (15°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February, March and December (-3°C).

Average rainfall in May
Volda, Norway

Average rainfall in May - Volda, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 77mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (238mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (77mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Volda, Norway

Average rainfall days in May - Volda, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (27 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (16 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Volda, Norway

Average sea temperature in May - Volda, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 8.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.3°C).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Volda, Norway
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

Volda, Norway

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