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Nordland Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Nordland, Norway in May.

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Considering a trip to Nordland, 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 Nordland in May

Nordland, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Nordland generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 8°C (46°F) in Mo i Rana to 11°C (52°F) in Sortland. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Sortland and 0°C (32°F) in Mo i Rana.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Nordland, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Røst with an average of 47 mm (1.9 in) to high rainfall in Mosjøen with 124 mm (4.9 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Nordland 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 Nordland

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

Temperature range in Nordland (May)

Precipitation variation in Nordland (May)

Reine

In May Reine generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
53 mm (2.1 in)
50 mm (2 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Reine →

Svolvær

In May Svolvær generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Svolvær →

Kabelvåg

In May Kabelvåg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
16 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Kabelvåg →

Bodø

In May Bodø generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
182 hours
212 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Bodø →

Andenes

In May Andenes generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Andenes →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Reine 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 53 mm (2.1 in)
Svolvær 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Kabelvåg 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Bodø 10°C (50°F) 4°C (39°F) 98 mm (3.9 in)
Andenes 8°C (46°F) 5°C (41°F) 64 mm (2.5 in)
Narvik 8°C (46°F) 1°C (34°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)

Nordland weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Nordland, Norway in May?

In May, Nordland, Norway generally has poor weather conditions. Reine sees daytime temperatures near 8°C (46°F), with nights cooling to roughly 5°C (41°F).

What is the average temperature in Nordland, Norway in May?

Daytime temperatures in Reine peak at roughly 8°C (46°F) in May, dropping to about 5°C (41°F) overnight.

Does Nordland, Norway get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in Nordland, Norway. Reine averages only about 53 mm (2.1 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Nordland, Norway?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Nordland, Norway with often poor weather in Reine.

Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Reine. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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