Härnösand weather in May (Västernorrland, Sweden)

What weather conditions can you expect in Härnösand this May? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Härnösand includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Expect daytime highs to reach approximately 12°C, with nighttime lows dipping to around 4°C.

Precipitation

Härnösand in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 45 mm for the month. According to historical climate patterns, there are usually around 11 days days of rain.

Average sunshine

Enjoy a sunny month with about 258 hours of sunshine, providing a cheerful and lively atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Härnösand, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 36%  

Precipitation 45 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Sunshine 258 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sundsvall, Sweden (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in Sweden in May

Find out more about the weather in Sweden and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Härnösand.

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