Eyjafjaroarsveit weather in May (North Iceland, Iceland)
Interested in knowing the climate of Eyjafjaroarsveit in May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.
Temperatures
In May, Eyjafjaroarsveit typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 6°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around -0°C.
Precipitation
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. Historically, approximately 12 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.Average sunshine
The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 169 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.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 and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
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So, what should you wear in this month?
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.
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