Norrbotten Weather in May

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

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Kiruna Arjeplog Abisko Arvidsjaur

Considering a trip to Norrbotten, Sweden 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 Norrbotten in May

Norrbotten, Sweden is a region in Sweden. Norrbotten, Sweden offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from cold to mild, and moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Abisko at 4°C (39°F) to mild in Boden at 13°C (55°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Boden and -2°C (28°F) in Abisko.

To explore the conditions in Norrbotten, Sweden in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Luleå with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Abisko with 66 mm (2.6 in).

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Best Places to Visit in Norrbotten 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 Norrbotten

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

Temperature range in Norrbotten (May)

Precipitation variation in Norrbotten (May)

Kiruna

In May Kiruna generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
9°C (48°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-6°C (21°F)
0°C (32°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Kiruna →

Arjeplog

In May Arjeplog 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
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
43 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
tolerable
Climate in Arjeplog →

Abisko

In May Abisko generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 4°C (39°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -2°C (28°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
-7°C (19°F)
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
59 mm (2.3 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Abisko →

Arvidsjaur

In May Arvidsjaur generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
12°C (54°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
42 mm (1.7 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
93 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Arvidsjaur →

Boden

In May Boden 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
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
48 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
11 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
pleasant
Climate in Boden →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kiruna 9°C (48°F) 0°C (32°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Arjeplog 10°C (50°F) 1°C (34°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Abisko 4°C (39°F) -2°C (28°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Arvidsjaur 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Boden 13°C (55°F) 3°C (37°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)
Gällivare 10°C (50°F) 0°C (32°F) 59 mm (2.3 in)

Norrbotten weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Norrbotten, Sweden generally has poor weather conditions. Kiruna sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 0°C (32°F).

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

Average temperatures in Norrbotten, Sweden during May range from a nighttime low near 0°C (32°F) to a daytime high around 9°C (48°F) in Kiruna.

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

May is on the drier side in Norrbotten, Sweden. Kiruna averages only about 60 mm (2.4 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Norrbotten, Sweden?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Norrbotten, Sweden with often poor weather in Kiruna.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide tolerable weather in Kiruna. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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