Rogaland Weather in May

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

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Stavanger Hervik Fister Haugesund

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

What to Expect in Rogaland in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Utsira at 11°C (52°F) to mild in Kåda at 15°C (59°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Kåda and 8°C (46°F) in Utsira.

For a closer look at conditions across Rogaland, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Utsira with an average of 73 mm (2.9 in) to high rainfall in Åmsosen with 136 mm (5.4 in). Going by our weather data, this month in Stavanger usually has the least rain, making it the driest month of the year.

Average sunshine

Many locations offer abundant sunshine during this month. For instance, Stavanger enjoys approximately 226 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Rogaland in May

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

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 Rogaland

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

Temperature range in Rogaland (May)

Precipitation variation in Rogaland (May)

Stavanger

In May Stavanger 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
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
226 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Stavanger →

Hervik

In May Hervik generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
226 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
113 mm (4.4 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Hervik →

Fister

In May Fister generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
226 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
125 mm (4.9 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
139 mm (5.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
18 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Fister →

Haugesund

In May Haugesund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
226 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Haugesund →

Sandnes

In May Sandnes 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
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
168 hours
226 hours
222 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
102 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
17 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Sandnes →

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

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Stavanger 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 96 mm (3.8 in)
Hervik 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 113 mm (4.4 in)
Fister 15°C (59°F) 5°C (41°F) 122 mm (4.8 in)
Haugesund 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 94 mm (3.7 in)
Sandnes 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Skudeneshavn 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Rogaland weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Rogaland, Norway typically experiences unpleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Stavanger average around 13°C (55°F), and temperatures drop to about 7°C (45°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Rogaland, Norway during May range from a nighttime low near 7°C (45°F) to a daytime high around 13°C (55°F) in Stavanger.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Rogaland, Norway during May, with Stavanger averaging close to 96 mm (3.8 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Rogaland, Norway?

Given the typically unpleasant weather conditions in Stavanger, May may not be the ideal time to visit Rogaland, Norway.

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

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