Fossatún weather in May (West Iceland, Iceland)

How is the weather in Fossatún in May? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Fossatún generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 3°C.

Fossatún in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 86 mm for the month. Typically around 14 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 201 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Fossatún. June, July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Fossatún climate page with graphs.

 

Fossatún, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 3°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 86 mm  

Rainy days 14 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 201 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (53 KM, 33 Miles).

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Fossatún in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

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