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Björholmen Weather in May

May in Björholmen brings moderate temperatures around 14°C (57°F) during the day, dropping to 9°C (48°F) at night, with some rainfall expected.

Rainfall in Björholmen in May

Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 11 days with rain, averaging 60 mm (2.4 in) for the month. The rainfall pattern this month is fairly balanced. Showers tend to be moderate rather than extreme.

Temperature in Björholmen in May

Expect highs of 14°C (57°F) in Björholmen in May, with nights dropping to around 9°C (48°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. With lows around 9°C (48°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Björholmen in May

With approximately 241 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

Wind Speed in Björholmen in May

May sees wind speeds averaging 4 m/s (8 knots). You'll experience variable conditions with moderate winds that create small waves on water and keep branches moving. Conditions range from light winds to moderate breezes throughout the month.

Average water temperature in May

With water temperatures around 9°C (48°F), swimming isn't really an option for most visitors. The cold sets in quickly and a wetsuit won't fully solve it.

For Björholmen itself, July generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Björholmen Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 9°C (48°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 60 mm (2.4 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 62% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 241 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 53% *  
* Data from: Gothenburg, Sweden (22 KM, 13 Miles).

Best Places in Sweden 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 Björholmen in May

Pack for changing conditions in Björholmen 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. The water temperature sits at about 9°C (48°F), which is too chilly for most people to enjoy swimming. Leave the swimsuit at home unless you love cold water. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Björholmen in May

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
10/10

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