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Henningsvær Weather in May

May in Henningsvær averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 5°C (41°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 65 mm (2.6 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.

Rainfall in Henningsvær in May

The climate data from previous years indicates about 16 days of rain, averaging 65 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Rain falls on many days this month, but usually in relatively small amounts. A light waterproof is more useful than a heavy umbrella.

Temperature in Henningsvær in May

Temperatures in Henningsvær in May top out at 8°C (46°F) and drop to 5°C (41°F) overnight. Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 5°C (41°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Henningsvær. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Henningsvær Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 65 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  

Best Places in Norway 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 Henningsvær 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.

What To Do in Henningsvær in May

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

Cycling
4/10
Walking
4/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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