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Arendal Weather in May

May in Arendal averages 16°C (61°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 71 mm (2.8 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Arendal in May

On average, there are about 14 days with rain during this month, averaging 71 mm (2.8 in). Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.

Temperature in Arendal in May

Expect highs of 16°C (61°F) in Arendal in May, with nights dropping to around 7°C (45°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 7°C (45°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

Sunshine in Arendal in May

There are approximately 229 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. June and July typically offer the best weather for Arendal.

Arendal Temperature in May

Min Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
71 mm (2.8 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Sunshine
229 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
*
* Data from: Kristiansand, Norway (57 KM, 35 Miles).

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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 Arendal in May

For Arendal in May, you'll want flexible clothing. It's wise to pack cotton shirts, comfortable shorts, and a pair of jeans for cooler evenings. A light sweater or jacket is useful for air-conditioned spaces (like buses) or unexpected cool moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Arendal in May

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Camping
    4/10
  • Outdoor sports
    9/10

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