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Kempele Weather in May

In Kempele, May brings moderate daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), with nights cooling to 4°C (39°F). Some rainfall is to be expected.

Rainfall in Kempele in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 11 days will see rain, totalling around 55 mm (2.2 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Kempele in May

May in Kempele brings typical temperatures with highs around 14°C (57°F) and lows of 4°C (39°F). This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. At 4°C (39°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Kempele in May

The month enjoys around 272 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Wind Speed in Kempele in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

At 5°C (41°F), the water is very cold. Most people find it too uncomfortable for anything beyond a brief wade.

For Kempele itself, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Kempele Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 4°C (39°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 14°C (57°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 5°C (41°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 55 mm (2.2 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 272 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 45% *  
* Data from: Oulu, Finland (7 KM, 4 Miles).

Best Places in Finland 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 Kempele in May

The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Rain is likely on several days, so bring a good rain jacket. With water temperatures around 5°C (41°F), the water is quite cold for swimming. You can skip the swimwear unless you're particularly tough. And with plenty of sunshine hours, don’t forget sunglasses, sunscreen, and maybe a sun hat.

What To Do in Kempele in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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