Lapland

Lapland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Lapland, Finland in May.

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Rovaniemi Levi Äkäslompolo Saariselka

Planning a getaway to Lapland, Finland this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Lapland in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Kilpisjärvi at 5°C (41°F) to mild in Ylitornio at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Ylitornio and -2°C (28°F) in Kilpisjärvi.

For specific regional insights in Lapland, Finland, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tornio with an average of 51 mm (2 in) to moderate rainfall in Ranua with 61 mm (2.4 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Rovaniemi sees around 238 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Lapland 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 Lapland

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Lapland, Finland?

Temperature range in Lapland (May)

Precipitation variation in Lapland (May)

Rovaniemi

In May Rovaniemi generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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
5°C (41°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
238 hours
272 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
13 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Rovaniemi →

Levi

In May Levi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly 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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
238 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Levi →

Äkäslompolo

In May Äkäslompolo 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
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
203 hours
238 hours
278 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
83 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Äkäslompolo →

Saariselka

In May Saariselka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly 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)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-5°C (23°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
172 hours
183 hours
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Saariselka →

Pyhätunturi

In May Pyhätunturi generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°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
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
2°C (36°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Pyhätunturi →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Rovaniemi 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Levi 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Äkäslompolo 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Saariselka 9°C (48°F) 1°C (34°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Pyhätunturi 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Salla 11°C (52°F) 2°C (36°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Lapland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Lapland, Finland in May?

Expect unpleasant weather across Lapland, Finland in May. The popular destination of Rovaniemi averages 12°C (54°F) by day and 2°C (36°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Lapland, Finland in May?

In Rovaniemi, the average daytime high in May is 12°C (54°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 2°C (36°F).

Does Lapland, Finland get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Lapland, Finland during May, with Rovaniemi averaging close to 55 mm (2.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Lapland, Finland?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Lapland, Finland due to the typically unpleasant weather in Rovaniemi.

Generally speaking, July provides perfect weather in Rovaniemi. On the other hand, the weather in January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to be poor.

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