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Årdal Weather in May

May in Årdal brings moderate temperatures around 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 5°C (41°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in Årdal in May

The month is known for having the least rain of the year. The dry conditions are worth making the most of, even if you'll want a warm layer. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 18 days of rain, averaging 120 mm (4.7 in). Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.

Temperature in Årdal in May

Årdal in May gets highs of 14°C (57°F) during the day and drops to 5°C (41°F) at night. Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Årdal in May

The city usually sees around 226 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days despite the cool temperatures, making it a good month for sightseeing.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Årdal.

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Årdal Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 120 mm (4.7 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 226 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Stavanger, Norway (32 KM, 20 Miles).

Best Places in Norway in May

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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 (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 Årdal in May

Pack for changing conditions in Årdal in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Årdal in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

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