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Garður Weather in May

May in Garður brings low temperatures, with highs of 9°C (48°F) and nights dropping to 2°C (36°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 67 mm (2.6 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Garður in May

Rain is expected on roughly 12 days, totalling around 67 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Garður in May

Temperatures in Garður in May top out at 9°C (48°F) and drop to 2°C (36°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 2°C (36°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Garður in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 110 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

May in Garður has its charm. However, if you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather, our weather planner can help you explore other destinations in the world.

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Garður Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 2°C (36°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 40%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 67 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Raufarhöfn, Iceland (56 KM, 35 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in May

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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 (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 Garður 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Garður in May

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

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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