Grindavík weather in May (Reykjanes, Iceland)

How is the weather in Grindavík in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Grindavík typically experiences low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 10°C, while night temperatures can drop to 5°C.

Grindavík in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 89 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

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're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Grindavík. July generally stands 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 Grindavík climate page with graphs.

 

Grindavík, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 5°C  

Max Temperature 10°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 89 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 201 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 35% *  

* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (41 KM, 25 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 Grindavík in May?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

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