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Kola Weather in May

With daytime temperatures of 10°C (50°F) and nighttime lows of 1°C (34°F), May in Kola brings low temperatures during the day. Some rainfall is to be expected during the month.

Rainfall in Kola in May

Rain is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 59 mm (2.3 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Kola in May

Expect highs of 10°C (50°F) in Kola in May, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.

Sunshine in Kola in May

The month enjoys around 194 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Average water temperature in May

With water temperatures around 4°C (39°F), swimming isn't really an option for most visitors. The cold sets in quickly and a wetsuit won't fully solve it.

May in Kola has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Kola Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 10°C (50°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 4°C (39°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 48%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 59 mm (2.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 72% *  
SunshineSunshine 194 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Murmansk, Russia (10 KM, 6 Miles).

Best Places in Russia 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 Kola in May

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Kola 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. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days. Expect water temperatures of around 4°C (39°F), which is definitely too cold for comfortable swimming. Your luggage space is better used for other items. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Kola 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
4/10
Outdoor sports
4/10

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