May weather forecast
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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Weather in May

May witnesses Olonkin City basking in more sunlight, thus pushing up the UV index notch steadily from its winter lows. The city continues to gain daylight hours, combined with higher temperatures lending a more pleasant feel to the icy landscape. The medley of warmer seas and descending rainfall paints a calmer weather outlook. The advent of June further complements this trend with longer daylight hours, maintaining constant rainfall and an increase in sea temperature.

Temperature

Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a subzero cold -3°C (26.6°F) in April to an icy 0°C (32°F). Olonkin City records a negligible downturn from daytime temperatures, averaging a low of -5°C (23°F) in the month of May.

Rainfall

In Olonkin City, in May, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 42mm (1.65") of accumulated precipitation. In Olonkin City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 205 days and collects up to 797mm (31.38") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, the average seawater temperature in May is 2°C (35.6°F).
Note: Within the context of swimming, this state is extremely cold, dangerous, and can result in death. Hypothermia happens quickly in the absence of protective insulated waterproof clothing.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 8h and 10min.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May and June, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Olonkin City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Olonkin City in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Olonkin City, is 0°C (32°F), while the low-temperature averages to -5°C (23°F).

How much does it rain in Olonkin City in May?

In May, in Olonkin City, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout May, 42mm (1.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the sea temperature in May in Olonkin City?

In Olonkin City, the average seawater temperature in May is 2°C (35.6°F). For swimming, this is considered extremely cold, dangerous, and life-threatening. Unless suitably protected with insulated waterproof clothing, hypothermia quickly occurs.

What is the average length of the day in May in Olonkin City?

The average day length in May in Olonkin City is 8h and 10min.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Olonkin City?

The months with the most sunshine in Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, are May and June, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Olonkin City?

In Olonkin City, the average sunshine duration in May is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Olonkin City?

In Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average temperature in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average high temperature in May: 0°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (5°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January, February and March (-5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-11°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall in May: 42mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (92mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (41mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average rainfall days in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are January, October, November and December (20 days).
The months with the least rainy days are May and June (13 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average sea temperature in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average sea temperature in May: 2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (7°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (1°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average daylight in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 42min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 5h).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in May
Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

Average UV index in May - Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 0).

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Olonkin City, Svalbard and Jan Mayen

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