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Hvammstangi Weather in May
May in Hvammstangi averages 8°C (46°F) during the day and 2°C (36°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 68 mm (2.7 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Hvammstangi in May
Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain, averaging 68 mm (2.7 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Hvammstangi in May
In May, Hvammstangi sees low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F). Nights drop to around 2°C (36°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. At 2°C (36°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.May in Hvammstangi can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Hvammstangi Temperature in May
Min Temperature
2°C (36°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
46%
Precipitation
68 mm (2.7 in)
Rainy days
14 days
Hvammstangi Weather by Month
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Daily Historical Temperatures
43-year average (1983-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Hvammstangi typically rise from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of May to approximately 10°C (50°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 1°C (34°F) to 5°C (41°F).
Average temperatures in May
Historical weather records for Hvammstangi in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Hvammstangi spanning 47 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Hvammstangi historical weather extremes in May
The extremes listed below come from historical weather data collected in Hvammstangi from 1989 through 2026.
- The warmest day in May was on May 19, 2025, with a maximum of 21°C (70°F).
- The lowest daytime temperature in May was -2°C (28°F), recorded on May 5, 1997.
- The lowest overnight temperature recorded in May was -7°C (19°F) (May 5, 2015).
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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 Hvammstangi 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 Hvammstangi in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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