Are weather in May (Rogaland, Norway)

How is May weather typically in Are? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

In May, Are usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 12°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 8°C.

Precipitation

Are in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 93 mm for the month. The month is known for having the least precipitation of the year. Make the most of the sunshine and clear skies. Historically, the month has about 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

With approximately 226 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers 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 Are climate page with graphs.

 

Are, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 57%  

Precipitation 93 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 226 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Stavanger, Norway (27 KM, 17 Miles).

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.

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?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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