Aust-Agder Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Aust-Agder, Norway in May.

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Øvre Ramse Hovden Tvedestrand Ljosland

Considering a trip to Aust-Agder, Norway this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Aust-Agder in May

Aust-Agder, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Aust-Agder generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between cold in Hovden at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Songe at 17°C (63°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Songe and 0°C (32°F) in Hovden.

To explore the conditions in Aust-Agder, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lillesand with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Ljosland with 99 mm (3.9 in).

Average sunshine

Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Øvre Ramse sees close to 229 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.

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Best Places to Visit in Aust-Agder in May

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
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).

Popular Destinations in Aust-Agder

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Aust-Agder, Norway?

Temperature range in Aust-Agder (May)

Precipitation variation in Aust-Agder (May)

Øvre Ramse

In May Øvre Ramse generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
95 mm (3.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Øvre Ramse →

Hovden

In May Hovden generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hovden →

Tvedestrand

In May Tvedestrand generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Tvedestrand →

Ljosland

In May Ljosland generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
3°C (37°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
96 mm (3.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Ljosland →

Grimstad

In May Grimstad generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
66 mm (2.6 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Grimstad →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Aust-Agder, in Norway.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Aust-Agder in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Øvre Ramse 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 95 mm (3.7 in)
Hovden 8°C (46°F) 0°C (32°F) 89 mm (3.5 in)
Tvedestrand 16°C (61°F) 7°C (45°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Ljosland 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Grimstad 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Risør 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 71 mm (2.8 in)

Aust-Agder weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Aust-Agder, Norway in May?

In May, Aust-Agder, Norway generally has tolerable weather conditions. Øvre Ramse sees daytime temperatures near 15°C (59°F), with nights cooling to roughly 4°C (39°F).

What is the average temperature in Aust-Agder, Norway in May?

Average temperatures in Aust-Agder, Norway during May range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 15°C (59°F) in Øvre Ramse.

Does Aust-Agder, Norway get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Øvre Ramse averages just 95 mm (3.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Aust-Agder, Norway.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Aust-Agder, Norway?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Øvre Ramse, May might be a good time to visit Aust-Agder, Norway. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Aust-Agder, Norway is in July with generally pleasant weather in Øvre Ramse. The weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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