Danmarkshavn weather in May (Greenland)

Is Danmarkshavn a good destination in May, weather-wise? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, the weather in Danmarkshavn generally includes very low temperatures and low snowfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately -4°C. At night, it falls to around -9°C. This month is marked by cold temperatures, so wearing layers is key to staying warm. Don't be caught off-guard by the cold.

Precipitation

Danmarkshavn in May usually receives low snowfall, averaging around 21 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 2 days of snow are anticipated.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 371 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Danmarkshavn climate page with graphs.

 

Danmarkshavn, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature -9°C  

Max Temperature -4°C  

Chance of Rain 7%  

Precipitation 21 mm  

Rainy days 2 days  

Humidity 75%  

Windspeed 11 km/h  

Sunshine 371 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Greenland in May

Find out more about the weather in Greenland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Visitors traveling to Danmarkshavn should plan on bringing winter clothes, snow boots and a warm winter coat. There will be periods of snow.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling

1/10

Walking

1/10

Camping

2/10

Outdoor sports

1/10

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