Snæfellsnes Peninsula Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in May.

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Ólafsvík Hellissandur Hellnar

Are you planning a trip a to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in May

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland is a region in Iceland. May in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula generally has cold temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect cold maximum daytime temperatures of around 9°C (48°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Ólafsvík.

To explore the conditions in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Hellissandur with an average of 72 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Hellnar with 80 mm (3.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Ólafsvík typically sees 182 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

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Best Places to Visit in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in May

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

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 the Snæfellsnes Peninsula

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland?

Temperature range in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (May)

Precipitation variation in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula (May)

Ólafsvík

In May Ólafsvík generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
182 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
84 mm (3.3 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Ólafsvík →

Hellissandur

In May Hellissandur 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.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
182 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hellissandur →

Hellnar

In May Hellnar generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
9°C (48°F)
12°C (54°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly sun hours
136 hours
182 hours
182 hours
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Hellnar →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, in Iceland.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Ólafsvík 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 73 mm (2.9 in)
Hellissandur 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Hellnar 9°C (48°F) 4°C (39°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)

The Snæfellsnes Peninsula weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in May?

the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Ólafsvík average around 9°C (48°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland in May?

Ólafsvík averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 4°C (39°F).

Does the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland get a lot of rain in May?

May is on the drier side in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland. Ólafsvík averages only about 73 mm (2.9 in), with most days staying dry.

Is May a Good Time to Visit the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland with often poor weather in Ólafsvík.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in June, July and August offering mostly unpleasant weather in Ólafsvík.

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We have much more information about the climate in the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

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