Hjalteyri weather in May (Iceland)
Wondering what the weather is like in Hjalteyri during May? Get all the weather information you need to plan your visit.
Temperatures
May in Hjalteyri generally includes low temperatures and moderate rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 6°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 0°C.
Precipitation
Hjalteyri in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 11 days of rain.Average sunshine
The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 169 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Hjalteyri. July typically offers the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Hjalteyri climate page with graphs.
Hjalteyri, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
0°C
Max Temperature
6°C
Water Temperature
5°C *
Chance of Rain
38%
Precipitation
78 mm
Rainy days
11 days
Humidity
73% *
Windspeed
11 km/h *
Sunshine
169 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
28% *
Where to go in Iceland in May
Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 5°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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