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Gotland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Gotland, Sweden in May.

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Planning a trip to Gotland, Sweden this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Gotland in May

Gotland, Sweden is a region in Sweden. May in Gotland generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

During the day temperatures vary from cold in Fårö at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Romakloster at 16°C (61°F). At night it cools down to 6°C (43°F) in Romakloster and 7°C (45°F) in Fårö.

For a closer look at conditions across Gotland, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Fårö with an average of 33 mm (1.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Romakloster with 41 mm (1.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Visby typically receives 323 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Gotland by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Gotland — and find the best time to visit. (based on Visby)

January4°C (39°F) February3°C (37°F) March5°C (41°F) April9°C (48°F) May14°C (57°F) June19°C (66°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September17°C (63°F) October12°C (54°F) November8°C (46°F) December5°C (41°F)
Best Time to Visit Gotland →

Best Places to Visit in Gotland in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Gotland.

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 Gotland

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Gotland, Sweden?

Temperature range in Gotland (May)

Precipitation variation in Gotland (May)

Visby

In May Visby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
323 hours
332 hours
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
54 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Visby →

Tofta

In May Tofta generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
323 hours
332 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tofta →

Klintehamn

In May Klintehamn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
323 hours
332 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
37 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Klintehamn →

Ljugarn

In May Ljugarn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
323 hours
332 hours
Monthly rainfall
32 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
52 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Ljugarn →

Nyhamn

In May Nyhamn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
262 hours
323 hours
332 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Nyhamn →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Gotland, in Sweden.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Gotland in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Visby 14°C (57°F) 6°C (43°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Tofta 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Klintehamn 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)
Ljugarn 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Nyhamn 15°C (59°F) 6°C (43°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Slite 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 37 mm (1.5 in)

Gotland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Gotland, Sweden in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Gotland, Sweden in May. The popular destination of Visby averages 14°C (57°F) by day and 6°C (43°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Gotland, Sweden in May?

In Visby, the average daytime high in May is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 6°C (43°F).

Does Gotland, Sweden get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Gotland, Sweden. Visby averages only about 38 mm (1.5 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Gotland, Sweden?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Gotland, Sweden with overall tolerable weather in Visby. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, July and August provide perfect weather in Visby. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, November and December tend to be poor.

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