Murmansk weather in May (Murmansk Oblast, Russia)
How is May weather typically in Murmansk? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.
Temperatures
The month of May in Murmansk typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 10°C. At night, they generally drop to 1°C.
Precipitation
Murmansk in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 59 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 14 days this month are expected to have rain.Average sunshine
The city usually sees around 194 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Murmansk. July typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Murmansk climate page with graphs.
Murmansk, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
1°C
Max Temperature
10°C
Water Temperature
4°C
Chance of Rain
48%
Precipitation
59 mm
Rainy days
14 days
Humidity
72%
Sunshine
194 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Russia in May
Find out more about the weather in Russia and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
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So, what should you wear in this month?
Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature. With a water temperature of around 4°C there is no need to bring your swimwear.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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