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Egilsstadir Weather in May
During May, Egilsstadir experiences low daytime temperatures of 7°C (45°F) and cooler nights around 0°C (32°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 81 mm (3.2 in) is typical.
Rainfall in Egilsstadir in May
Records from the past 30 years suggest around 12 days of rain, with 81 mm (3.2 in) average for the month. Expect a fairly normal spread of rainfall this month, with no particular pattern of very heavy or very persistent showers.
Temperature in Egilsstadir in May
Temperatures in Egilsstadir in May top out at 7°C (45°F) and drop to 0°C (32°F) overnight. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 0°C (32°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Egilsstadir. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Egilsstadir Temperature in May
Min Temperature
0°C (32°F)
Max Temperature
7°C (45°F)
Chance of Rain
40%
Precipitation
81 mm (3.2 in)
Rainy days
12 days
Egilsstadir Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Egilsstadir typically rise from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of May to approximately 10°C (50°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 0°C (32°F) to 4°C (39°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather records for Egilsstadir in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Egilsstadir spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Egilsstadir historical weather extremes in May
According to our 50 years of weather records for Egilsstadir, the following extremes were recorded between 1976 and 2026.
- Egilsstadir recorded its highest May temperature of 25°C (77°F) on May 15, 2025.
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was -4°C (25°F), recorded on May 2, 1979.
- The coldest night in May in Egilsstadir was on May 10, 2020, with a minimum of -9°C (16°F).
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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 Egilsstadir in May
Cold weather calls for smart layering in May. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Egilsstadir in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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