Lofoten weather in May (Akershus, Norway)
How is May weather typically in Lofoten? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, Lofoten tends to experience low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 9°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.
Precipitation
Lofoten in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 77 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 17 days this month are expected to have rain.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Lofoten. July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Lofoten climate page with graphs.
Lofoten, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
5°C
Max Temperature
9°C
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
77 mm
Rainy days
17 days
Where to go in Norway in May
Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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