Álftanes weather in May (Capital Region, Iceland)

What can you expect from the weather in Álftanes during May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Álftanes generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 11°C, while night temperatures can drop to 4°C.

Álftanes in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 95 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 201 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Álftanes, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 11°C  

Water Temperature 8°C *  

Chance of Rain 53%  

Precipitation 95 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Windspeed 18 km/h *  

Sunshine 201 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (6 KM, 4 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in May

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

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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 Álftanes in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. With a water temperature of around 8°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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