Senja Weather in May

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

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Mefjordvær

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

What to Expect in Senja in May

Senja, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Senja generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 8°C (46°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Mefjordvær.

To explore the conditions in Senja, Norway in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a moderate rainy month with an average rainfall of around 77 mm (3 in) in Mefjordvær.

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Mefjordvær gets approximately 219 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Senja in May

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

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 Senja

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Senja, Norway?

Mefjordvær

In May Mefjordvær generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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May
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April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
219 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
77 mm (3 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
15 days
17 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mefjordvær →

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

Senja weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect poor weather across Senja, Norway in May. The popular destination of Mefjordvær averages 8°C (46°F) by day and 4°C (39°F) at night during this month.

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

Average temperatures in Senja, Norway during May range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 8°C (46°F) in Mefjordvær.

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

Not particularly. Mefjordvær averages just 77 mm (3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Senja, Norway.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Senja, Norway?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Mefjordvær, May may not be the ideal time to visit Senja, Norway.

Generally speaking, July and August provide tolerable weather in Mefjordvær. The weather in January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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