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Sjælland island Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Sjælland island, Denmark in May.

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Planning a getaway to Sjælland island, Denmark 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 Sjælland island in May

Sjælland island, Denmark is a region in Denmark. May in Sjælland island generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 14°C (57°F) in Kalvehave to 17°C (63°F) in Kvistgård. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Kvistgård and 9°C (48°F) in Kalvehave.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Sjælland island, Denmark, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Kalvehave with an average of 45 mm (1.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Helsingør with 64 mm (2.5 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Copenhagen gets approximately 230 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

Explore Sjælland island by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Sjælland island — and find the best time to visit. (based on Copenhagen)

January4°C (39°F) February5°C (41°F) March7°C (45°F) April12°C (54°F) May16°C (61°F) June20°C (68°F) This monthJuly22°C (72°F) August22°C (72°F) September18°C (64°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Sjælland island in May

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

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 Sjælland island

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Sjælland island, Denmark?

Temperature range in Sjælland island (May)

Precipitation variation in Sjælland island (May)

Copenhagen

In May Copenhagen generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
55 mm (2.2 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
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Gilleleje

In May Gilleleje generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Gilleleje →

Vejby

In May Vejby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
84 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
11 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Vejby →

Vig

In May Vig generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C (46°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
75 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Højby

In May Højby generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
76 mm (3 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Copenhagen 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 55 mm (2.2 in)
Gilleleje 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Vejby 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Vig 16°C (61°F) 8°C (46°F) 57 mm (2.2 in)
Højby 16°C (61°F) 9°C (48°F) 58 mm (2.3 in)
Udsholt Sand 15°C (59°F) 9°C (48°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)

Sjælland island weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Sjælland island, Denmark in May?

Expect tolerable weather across Sjælland island, Denmark in May. The popular destination of Copenhagen averages 16°C (61°F) by day and 8°C (46°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Sjælland island, Denmark in May?

Daytime temperatures in Copenhagen peak at roughly 16°C (61°F) in May, dropping to about 8°C (46°F) overnight.

Does Sjælland island, Denmark get a lot of rain in May?

Rain is generally moderate to light in Sjælland island, Denmark during May, with Copenhagen averaging close to 55 mm (2.2 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Sjælland island, Denmark?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Sjælland island, Denmark with overall tolerable weather in Copenhagen.

On average, the best time to visit Sjælland island, Denmark is in June, July and August with generally perfect weather in Copenhagen. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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