May weather forecast
Kiruna, Sweden

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Weather in May

May marks the definitive arrival of spring, leading to a dramatic deviation from the preceding winter months. The temperatures begin to climb up, signifying warmer days ahead. The end of heavy snowfall adds to the attractiveness of this time of the year. Continuous melting continues throughout this month, making way for lush green landscapes. It's also notable that the highest pressure of 1014.3mb is recorded in May.

Temperature

As April transitions into May, Kiruna sees a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a subzero cold -0.4°C (31.3°F) to an icy 4.9°C (40.8°F). The temperature in Kiruna lowers to an average of -1.8°C (28.8°F) during May nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 85%.

Rainfall

In Kiruna, during May, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 36mm (1.42") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kiruna, there are 108 rainfall days, and 373mm (14.69") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Kiruna, during May, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of snow. In Kiruna, during the entire year, snow falls for 134.8 days and aggregates up to 1187mm (46.73") of snow.

Daylight

In Kiruna, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 55min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Kiruna, Sweden, is 6.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kiruna is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kiruna in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Kiruna, is 4.9°C (40.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -1.8°C (28.8°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Kiruna?

In May, the average relative humidity in Kiruna is 85%.

How much does it rain in Kiruna in May?

In Kiruna, Sweden, in May, during 10.6 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Kiruna?

In Kiruna, during May, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 112mm (4.41") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kiruna have in May?

In Kiruna, Sweden, the average day length in May is 16h and 55min.

How many hours of sunshine does Kiruna have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Kiruna is 6.2h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Kiruna?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Kiruna, Sweden, is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average temperature in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in May: 4.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (16.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-9.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -1.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (8.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-16°C).

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Average pressure in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average pressure in May - Kiruna, 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 (1003.7mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average wind speed in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (10.7km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average humidity in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (65%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average rainfall in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in May: 36mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (53mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (20mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average rainfall days in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average snowfall in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in May: 112mm

The month with the highest snowfall is December (204mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average snowfall days in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in May: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (21.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average sunshine days in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (15 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average UV index in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • 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, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average cloud cover in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in May: 62

The months with the most cloud cover are January and December (Cloud cover 64).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 51).

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Average visibility in May
Kiruna, Sweden

Average visibility in May - Kiruna, Sweden
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (6km).

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Kiruna, Sweden

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