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Vestmannaeyjar Weather in May

May in Vestmannaeyjar brings low temperatures around 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 6°C (43°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 99 mm (3.9 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Vestmannaeyjar in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 16 days with rain, averaging 99 mm (3.9 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Vestmannaeyjar in May

In May, Vestmannaeyjar gets low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F). Nights cool to around 6°C (43°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Wind Speed in Vestmannaeyjar in May

Average wind conditions reach 9 m/s (17 knots) in May. This indicates very strong winds that regularly impede normal movement and make most tasks difficult. Remember this is an average: some days have intense but manageable winds while others approach hazardous conditions.

Average water temperature in May

At 8°C (46°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Vestmannaeyjar. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

Vestmannaeyjar Temperature in May

Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Water Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
53%
Precipitation
99 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
78%
Windspeed
9 m/s (17 knots)

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Vestmannaeyjar in May

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Vestmannaeyjar in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. The water temperature sits at about 8°C (46°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water.

What To Do in Vestmannaeyjar in May

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

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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