May weather forecast
Skellefteå, Sweden

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Weather in May

May ushers in warmer temperatures, making the weather conducive for outdoor activities. From 4.7°C (40.5°F) to 11.5°C (52.7°F), temperatures in May show a considerable jump from the prior month. With minimal snowfall, the city basks in extended daylight hours and abundant sunshine. One can dig out their picnic baskets and head outdoors to enjoy the warming weather. The consistent climb in temperatures characterizes May as the prelude to the balmy summer months.

Temperature

May in Skellefteå sees a temperature increase, moving from an icy 4.7°C (40.5°F) in April to a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F). Throughout the month of May, the nighttime temperature dips to an average of 4.4°C (39.9°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout May, 24mm (0.94") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Skellefteå, there are 99.9 rainfall days, and 252mm (9.92") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Skellefteå, Sweden. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Skellefteå aggregates 14mm (0.55") of snow. In Skellefteå, Sweden, during the entire year, snow falls for 77.3 days and aggregates up to 575mm (22.64") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Skellefteå, Sweden, is 18h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Skellefteå, sunrise is at 04:01 and sunset at 21:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 02:20 and sunset at 22:47 CEST.

Sunshine

In Skellefteå, the average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Skellefteå is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 4 during May translates into the following guidance:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Skellefteå?

During May, Skellefteå experiences an average high-temperature of 11.5°C (52.7°F) and a low-temperature of 4.4°C (39.9°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Skellefteå?

In May, the average relative humidity in Skellefteå, Sweden, is 69%.

How much does it rain in Skellefteå in May?

In Skellefteå, during May, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 24mm (0.94") of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Skellefteå?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Skellefteå, Sweden. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Skellefteå aggregates 14mm (0.55") of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Skellefteå have in May?

The average day length in May in Skellefteå is 18h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Skellefteå?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:01 and sunset at 21:05. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 02:20 and sunset at 22:47 CEST.

How many hours of sunshine does Skellefteå have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Skellefteå, Sweden, is 10.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Skellefteå?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Skellefteå, Sweden, is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average temperature in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in May: 11.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (19.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-4.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (12°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-9.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average pressure in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1005mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average wind speed in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.9km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.2km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average humidity in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

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

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Average rainfall in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average rainfall in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in May: 24mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (30mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (14mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average snowfall in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in May: 14mm

The months with the highest snowfall are January and March (107mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

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Average snowfall days in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average snowfall days in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 12h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average sunshine days in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are June and October (17.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average cloud cover in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in May: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Skellefteå, Sweden

Average visibility in May - Skellefteå, Sweden
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The month with the highest visibility is June (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and March (7km).

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