Eyjafjaroarsveit weather in May (North Iceland, Iceland)
Curious about the May weather in Eyjafjaroarsveit? This guide provides all the details you need.
In May, Eyjafjaroarsveit typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 6°C. But by evening, they drop to around -0°C.
Eyjafjaroarsveit in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. It's the month receiving the least amount of rain. As the days go by, you can expect fewer clouds and less precipitation. This makes it an ideal time for outdoor activities and events that might be disrupted by wetter conditions in other months. Typically around 12 days of snow/rainfall is expected.
The city usually sees around 169 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Eyjafjaroarsveit. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Eyjafjaroarsveit climate page with graphs.
Eyjafjaroarsveit, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
-0°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Water Temperature
5°C *
Chance of Rain
39%
Precipitation
67 mm
Rainy days
12 days
Humidity
73% *
Windspeed
11 km/h *
Sunshine
169 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
28% *
Where to go in Iceland in May
Find out more about the weather in Iceland in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in Eyjafjaroarsveit in May?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 5°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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