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Jämtland Weather in May

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

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Östersund Åre Funäsdalen Klövsjö

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

What to Expect in Jämtland in May

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

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Ramundberget at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Hammarstrand at 14°C (57°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Hammarstrand and -1°C (30°F) in Ramundberget.

For specific regional insights in Jämtland, Sweden, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Östersund with an average of 59 mm (2.3 in) to moderate rainfall in Storlien with 88 mm (3.5 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Jämtland 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 Jämtland

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

Temperature range in Jämtland (May)

Precipitation variation in Jämtland (May)

Åre

In May Åre generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Åre →

Östersund

In May Östersund 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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Östersund →

Funäsdalen

In May Funäsdalen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°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)
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
51 mm (2 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Funäsdalen →

Klövsjö

In May Klövsjö generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°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)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
167 hours
228 hours
207 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Klövsjö →

Ljungdalen

In May Ljungdalen generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°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)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
56 mm (2.2 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ljungdalen →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Östersund 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)
Åre 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Funäsdalen 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Klövsjö 13°C (55°F) 2°C (36°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Ljungdalen 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 68 mm (2.7 in)
Vemdalen 13°C (55°F) 1°C (34°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)

Jämtland weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Jämtland, Sweden in May. The popular destination of Åre averages 11°C (52°F) by day and 1°C (34°F) at night during this month.

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

In Åre, the average daytime high in May is 11°C (52°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 1°C (34°F).

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

May is on the drier side in Jämtland, Sweden. Åre averages only about 66 mm (2.6 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Jämtland, Sweden?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Åre, May may not be the ideal time to visit Jämtland, Sweden.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly tolerable weather in Åre. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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