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Otta Weather in May
May in Otta brings low temperatures, with daytime highs of 11°C (52°F) and nights around 1°C (34°F). Quite a bit of rainfall is expected, around 74 mm (2.9 in), so pack an umbrella.
Rainfall in Otta in May
The climate data from previous years indicates about 12 days of rain, averaging 74 mm (2.9 in) for the month. A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.
Temperature in Otta in May
Otta in May gets highs of 11°C (52°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. Cold conditions persist throughout the day, so warm clothing is important from the moment you head outside. With overnight lows of 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm, June and July typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.
Otta Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
74 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
12 days
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Best Places in Norway 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 Otta in May
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
What To Do in Otta in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling6/10 -
Walking6/10 -
Barbeque2/10 -
Camping4/10 -
Outdoor sports6/10
Otta 3-Day Forecast
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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14°C (57°F) Tromsø9°C (48°F) Hemsedal
9°C (48°F) Reine8°C (46°F) Bucket list
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