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Hrífunes Weather in May

May in Hrífunes brings low temperatures around 9°C (48°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with the driest conditions of the year.

Rainfall in Hrífunes in May

With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers good conditions for outdoor exploration, even if the temperatures are a little cool. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Typically, you can expect about 17 days of rain this month, with 140 mm (5.5 in) on average. This month brings frequent, heavy showers. Both the number of wet days and the rainfall totals are on the high side.

Temperature in Hrífunes in May

If you're visiting Hrífunes in May, expect highs of 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows around 4°C (39°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 4°C (39°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Hrífunes in May

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 164 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

May in Hrífunes 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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Hrífunes Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 9°C (48°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 140 mm (5.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 164 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 29% *  
* Data from: Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland (26 KM, 16 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 Hrífunes in May

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Hrífunes in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.

What To Do in Hrífunes 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
3/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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