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Falun Weather in May
May in Falun brings moderate temperatures around 16°C (61°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 61 mm (2.4 in) for the month.
Rainfall in Falun in May
Typically, about 11 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 61 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 Falun in May
Falun in May gets highs of 16°C (61°F) during the day and drops to 4°C (39°F) at night. Even when the weather is stable, mornings and evenings can still feel distinctly cool. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.
Sunshine in Falun in May
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 240 hours of sun. These sunny conditions add to the overall experience.For Falun itself, June, July and August generally stand 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.
Falun Temperature in May
Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
16°C (61°F)
Chance of Rain
36%
Precipitation
61 mm (2.4 in)
Rainy days
11 days
Sunshine
240 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Falun Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
47-year average (1978-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Falun typically rise from around 12°C (54°F) at the start of May to approximately 17°C (63°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 2°C (36°F) to 8°C (46°F).
Average temperatures in May
Historical weather records for Falun in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Falun spanning 50 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Falun historical weather extremes in May
Based on 24 years of weather observations in Falun between 2002 and 2026, these are the recorded extremes.
- Falun recorded its highest May temperature of 27°C (81°F) on May 24, 2014.
- On May 17, 2008, Falun saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 2°C (36°F).
- The coldest night in May in Falun was on May 11, 2017, with a minimum of -5°C (23°F).
- The heaviest May precipitation occurred on May 23, 2010, when 27 mm (1.1 in) of precipitation fell.
Best Places in Sweden in May
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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 Falun in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.
What To Do in Falun in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports10/10
Falun 3-Day Forecast
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