May weather forecast
Härnösand, Sweden

May

Weather in May

May in Härnösand brings about pronounced changes in weather patterns, ushering in warmer temperatures and extended daylight hours. The snow gives way entirely to rainfall in May, with the last traces of winter gone. The city, dusting off the vestiges of winter, sees life springing everywhere. As a perfect counterpoint to the frigid winter months, May becomes an open invitation for outdoor activities. The city's public spaces transform into lively areas with people enjoying the pleasant weather.

Temperature

As April gives way to May, the average high-temperature displays a slight ascent, adjusting from an icy 5.3°C (41.5°F) to a cool 10°C (50°F). The nighttime temperature in May experiences a minor dip, averaging an icy 5.5°C (41.9°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In Härnösand, during May, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 23mm (0.91") of precipitation. In Härnösand, Sweden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 93.9 days and collects up to 304mm (11.97") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Härnösand. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Härnösand aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow. Throughout the year, there are 60.8 snowfall days, and 495mm (19.49") of snow is accumulated.

Sea temperature

In Härnösand, in May, the average water temperature is 5.3°C (41.5°F).
Note: Unprotected swimming in 5.3°C (41.5°F) is dangerous due to potential cold shock. Especially when temperatures go below 10°C (50°F), leading to hyperventilation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Härnösand is 17h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Härnösand, sunrise is at 04:28 and sunset at 21:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:07 and sunset at 22:24 CEST.

Sunshine

In Härnösand, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 4 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Härnösand in May?
In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Härnösand are 10°C (50°F) and 5.5°C (41.9°F) respectively.
What is the average humidity in May in Härnösand?
In Härnösand, Sweden, the average relative humidity in May is 72%.
How much does it rain in Härnösand in May?
In Härnösand, Sweden, in May, during 9.3 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
What is the last month it snows in Härnösand?
May is the last month it regularly snows in Härnösand, Sweden. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Härnösand aggregates 2mm (0.08") of snow.
What is the sea water temperature in May in Härnösand?
In Härnösand, the average seawater temperature in May is 5.3°C (41.5°F). At temperatures below 10°C (50°F), swimming in a suitably protected swimsuit is feasible; otherwise, cold shock and loss of breathing control are imminent. Even a short swim, without thermal protection, at temperatures around 13°C (55.4°F) is not comfortable.
What is the average length of the day in May in Härnösand?
In Härnösand, Sweden, the average day length in May is 17h and 56min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Härnösand?
On the first day of May in Härnösand, sunrise is at 04:28 and sunset at 21:02. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:07 and sunset at 22:24 CEST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Härnösand?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Härnösand is 10.6h.
How high is the UV index in May in Härnösand?
In Härnösand, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
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Average temperature in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average temperature in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in May: 10°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (18.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-1.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (13.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-5°C).

Average pressure in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average pressure in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average wind speed in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in May: 13.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (18.8km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are May and August (13.9km/h).

Average humidity in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average humidity in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average humidity in May: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (71%).

Average rainfall in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average rainfall in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in May: 23mm

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are January and December (36mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are April and June (15mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average rainfall days in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (10.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average snowfall in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in May: 2mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (150mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average snowfall days in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average sea temperature in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average sea temperature in May: 5.3°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (17°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (0.3°C).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average sunshine days in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average UV index in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average cloud cover in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in May - Härnösand, Sweden
Average visibility in May
Härnösand, Sweden
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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