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Skåne Weather in May

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

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Simrishamn Malmö Lund Helsingborg

Thinking about venturing to Skåne, Sweden this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Skåne in May

Skåne, Sweden is a region in Sweden. May in Skåne generally has mild temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 13°C (55°F) in Brantevik to 17°C (63°F) in Löddeköpinge. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Löddeköpinge and 8°C (46°F) in Brantevik.

For a closer look at conditions across Skåne, Sweden, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Skillinge with an average of 42 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Drakabygget with 75 mm (3 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Malmö typically receives 277 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Skåne by month

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

January5°C (41°F) February4°C (39°F) March6°C (43°F) April9°C (48°F) May13°C (55°F) June17°C (63°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August20°C (68°F) September17°C (63°F) October13°C (55°F) November9°C (48°F) December6°C (43°F)
Best Time to Visit Skåne →

Best Places to Visit in Skåne in May

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

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 Skåne

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

Temperature range in Skåne (May)

Precipitation variation in Skåne (May)

Malmö

In May Malmö generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
277 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
50 mm (2 in)
70 mm (2.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Malmö →

Simrishamn

In May Simrishamn 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
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
12°C (54°F)
Monthly sun hours
192 hours
285 hours
267 hours
Monthly rainfall
36 mm (1.4 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
58 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Simrishamn →

Lund

In May Lund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
277 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Lund →

Helsingborg

In May Helsingborg generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
188 hours
230 hours
213 hours
Monthly rainfall
50 mm (2 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
perfect
Climate in Helsingborg →

Ystad

In May Ystad generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°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
10°C (50°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
225 hours
277 hours
271 hours
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
45 mm (1.8 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
12 days
12 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Simrishamn 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Malmö 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 50 mm (2 in)
Lund 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Helsingborg 17°C (63°F) 7°C (45°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Ystad 15°C (59°F) 8°C (46°F) 45 mm (1.8 in)
Kivik 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Skåne weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Skåne, Sweden brings tolerable weather. In Malmö, daytime temperatures are typically around 17°C (63°F) and nighttime lows hover near 7°C (45°F).

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

Daytime temperatures in Malmö peak at roughly 17°C (63°F) in May, dropping to about 7°C (45°F) overnight.

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

May is on the drier side in Skåne, Sweden. Malmö averages only about 50 mm (2 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Skåne, Sweden?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Malmö, May might be a good time to visit Skåne, Sweden. It's worth noting that weather conditions might differ depending on the location you visit.

Generally speaking, June, July and August provide perfect weather in Malmö. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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