May weather forecastMurmansk, Russia

May

Weather in May

May is a month of considerable change in weather for Murmansk, as high temperatures reach a comfortable 7.6°C (45.7°F). The city bids farewell to snowfall and welcomes a considerable increase in rain showers, indicative of late spring. Longer daylight hours and more sunshine bring about a blooming and lively scenery. The city becomes more habitable, taking on an even brighter and warmer persona as June sets in.

Temperature

As Murmansk, Russia, enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the an icy 2.6°C (36.7°F) of April to a chilly 7.6°C (45.7°F). During May, Murmansk experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 1.1°C (34°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Murmansk, Russia, in May, it is raining for 9 days, with typically 36mm (1.42") of accumulated precipitation. In Murmansk, Russia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 99.5 days and collects up to 494mm (19.45") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In May, in Murmansk, Russia, snow falls for 7 days. In Murmansk, during the entire year, snow falls for 138 days.

Sea temperature

In Murmansk, in May, the average water temperature is 3.8°C (38.8°F).
Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.

Daylight

In Murmansk, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 7min.

Sunshine

In Murmansk, the average sunshine in May is 6.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Murmansk is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 3 transforms into the following instructions:
Act with care - The suggestion to avoid sunburn is emphasized. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Updated: Jan 25, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

May temperatures in Murmansk vary between a high-temperature of 7.6°C (45.7°F) and a low-temperature of 1.1°C (34°F).

In Murmansk, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.

In Murmansk, Russia, in May, during 9 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Murmansk, during May, snow falls for 7 days.

In May, the average sea temperature in Murmansk, Russia, is 3.8°C (38.8°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

The average day length in May in Murmansk, Russia, is 13h and 7min.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Murmansk, Russia, is 6.2h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average temperature in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average high temperature in May: 7.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (17.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-6.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 1.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (9.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13°C).

Average humidity in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average rainfall in May: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (70mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (22mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average rainfall days in May: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (0.1 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average snowfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (24 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average sea temperature in May: 3.8°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (11.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (1.7°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average daylight in May: 13h and 6min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

Average sunshine in May: 6h and 12min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).

Average UV index in May
Murmansk, Russia

Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).