Mandal weather in May (Vest-Agder, Norway)

What is the weather forecast for Mandal in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

In May, Mandal usually has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 15°C. At night, it falls to around 8°C.

Precipitation

Mandal in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 70 mm for the month. With the least rainfall of the year, this month offers optimal conditions for outdoor exploration. Take advantage of the dry weather to plan your activities. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 229 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Mandal climate page with graphs.

 

Mandal, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 8°C  

Max Temperature 15°C  

Chance of Rain 52%  

Precipitation 70 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Sunshine 229 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Kristiansand, Norway (34 KM, 21 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in May

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Mandal.

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