Weather in May in East Iceland
Planning a trip to East Iceland this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:
What is the weather like in East Iceland in May?
East Iceland is a region in Iceland. May in East Iceland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.
Temperatures
You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C and nighttime temperatures around 3°C in Höfn. To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of East Iceland in May, check out the map below.For a closer look at conditions across East Iceland, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Hallormsstaður with an average of 72 mm to high snow/rainfall in Hali with 132 mm. Going by our weather data, this month in Höfn usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.Average sunshine
Most cities enjoy a balanced amount of sunshine, with around 172 hours of sunlight anticipated in Höfn. This ensures the days are neither too dim nor excessively sunny.For a more detailed look at East Iceland's conditions throughout the year, check out our East Iceland climate page.
Where to go in East Iceland in May
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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Iceland, check out our East Iceland's climate page.
Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in East Iceland?
Höfn
In May Höfn generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Egilsstadir
In May Egilsstadir generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Seyðisfjörður
In May Seyðisfjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Vopnafjörður
In May Vopnafjörður generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Skálafell
In May Skálafell generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in East Iceland, in Iceland.
Is May the best time to visit East Iceland?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Höfn, May may not be the ideal time to visit East Iceland.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in offering mostly poor weather in Höfn.
Interested in more climate information?
We have much more information about the climate in East Iceland.
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