Normal weather for the Lofoten in May
It's cold in May in the Lofoten with an average temperature of 9°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 6°C to a high of 12°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 1°C and 7°C.
In May, there is an average of 51 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 3,5 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Lofoten in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
9°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
12°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
6°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
51 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
3,5 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Lofoten with cold temperatures, averaging around 7°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 10°C, with nights close to 5°C. There might be a few showers during this period, but plenty of dry days with sunshine too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Lofoten will be around 12°C, with nights close to 7°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
Temperature records
With 21°C, the Lofoten hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 2°C in 2020. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 12°C.
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The climate of the Lofoten is based on weather data from Svolvær. Other locations might have different weather.
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Daily Temperature in May in the Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in the Lofoten, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in the Lofoten
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Daily Precipitation in May in the Lofoten
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for the Lofoten, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 9 days of rain in the Lofoten.
Daily Snowfall in May in the Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in the Lofoten, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in the Lofoten
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in the Lofoten, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in the Lofoten Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in the Lofoten, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in the Lofoten Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in the Lofoten, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in the Lofoten per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in the Lofoten, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for the Lofoten
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in the Lofoten. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in the Lofoten
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We had 2 days of very heavy rain and cold during the 7 days we spent there and 5 days of mostly clear sunny weather. However, there was quite a bit of wind at times, think wind force 3-5, depending on the moment. Even during the cold rain days we had a great time, good clothes help and some water and wind in the face also has its charm because you feel the nature experience during a hike even better. Returning to the hotel or cabin is therefore an extra fine experience.— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in the Lofoten by Month
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