Telemark Weather in May

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

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Vradal Skien Bø Gaustablikk

Considering a trip to Telemark, Norway this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:

What to Expect in Telemark in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from cold in Vågsli at 8°C (46°F) to mild in Skien at 16°C (61°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 6°C (43°F) in Skien and -1°C (30°F) in Vågsli.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Telemark, Norway, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Risør with an average of 71 mm (2.8 in) to moderate rainfall in Treungen with 97 mm (3.8 in).

Explore Telemark by month

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

January-1°C (30°F) February0°C (32°F) March4°C (39°F) April8°C (46°F) May14°C (57°F) June18°C (64°F) This monthJuly20°C (68°F) August19°C (66°F) September14°C (57°F) October8°C (46°F) November4°C (39°F) December0°C (32°F)
Best Time to Visit Telemark →

Best Places to Visit in Telemark in May

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

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 Telemark

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

Temperature range in Telemark (May)

Precipitation variation in Telemark (May)

Vradal

In May Vradal generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
8°C (46°F)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
76 mm (3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
112 mm (4.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Vradal →

Skien

In May Skien generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 16°C (61°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 6°C (43°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
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
67 mm (2.6 in)
78 mm (3.1 in)
101 mm (4 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Skien →

Bø

In May Bø generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 15°C (59°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°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)
19°C (66°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
160 hours
240 hours
230 hours
Monthly rainfall
71 mm (2.8 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Bø →

Gaustablikk

In May Gaustablikk generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
74 mm (2.9 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
120 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Gaustablikk →

Vågsli

In May Vågsli generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 8°C (46°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
Monthly snow/rainfall
85 mm (3.3 in)
80 mm (3.1 in)
96 mm (3.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
unpleasant
Climate in Vågsli →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vradal 14°C (57°F) 3°C (37°F) 92 mm (3.6 in)
Skien 16°C (61°F) 6°C (43°F) 78 mm (3.1 in)
Bø 15°C (59°F) 4°C (39°F) 87 mm (3.4 in)
Gaustablikk 12°C (54°F) 1°C (34°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Vågsli 8°C (46°F) -1°C (30°F) 80 mm (3.1 in)
Gvarv 16°C (61°F) 5°C (41°F) 86 mm (3.4 in)

Telemark weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Telemark, Norway brings tolerable weather. In Vradal, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 3°C (37°F).

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

Vradal averages a daytime maximum of 14°C (57°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 3°C (37°F).

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Telemark, Norway during May, with Vradal averaging close to 92 mm (3.6 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Telemark, Norway?

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

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July offering mostly pleasant weather in Vradal. On the other hand, the months of January, February, March, April, October, November and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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