Troms Weather in May

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

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Tromsø Tennevoll Evenskjer Bø Andøya

Considering a trip to Troms, 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 Troms in May

Troms, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Troms generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 7°C (45°F) in Lyngseidet to 11°C (52°F) in Evenskjer. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 3°C (37°F) in Evenskjer and 1°C (34°F) in Lyngseidet.

For specific regional insights in Troms, Norway, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Bø Andøya with an average of 67 mm (2.6 in) to high rainfall in Evenskjer with 105 mm (4.1 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Tromsø enjoys about 219 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Troms by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Troms - and find the best time to visit. (based on Tromsø)

January-3°C (27°F) February-3°C (27°F) March0°C (32°F) April4°C (39°F) May9°C (48°F) June13°C (55°F) July17°C (63°F) This monthAugust16°C (61°F) September12°C (54°F) October5°C (41°F) November1°C (34°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Troms in May

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

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 Troms

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

Temperature range in Troms (May)

Precipitation variation in Troms (May)

Tromsø

In May Tromsø generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 9°C (48°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 2°C (36°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
4°C (39°F)
9°C (48°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-3°C (27°F)
2°C (36°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly sun hours
161 hours
219 hours
219 hours
Monthly rainfall
97 mm (3.8 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
15 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Tromsø →

Tennevoll

In May Tennevoll generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C (45°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
-4°C (25°F)
1°C (34°F)
6°C (43°F)
Monthly rainfall
98 mm (3.9 in)
103 mm (4.1 in)
125 mm (4.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Tennevoll →

Evenskjer

In May Evenskjer generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
-2°C (28°F)
3°C (37°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
92 mm (3.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
107 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
14 days
16 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Evenskjer →

Bø Andøya

In May Bø Andøya generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 10°C (50°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
6°C (43°F)
10°C (50°F)
13°C (55°F)
Min temperature
1°C (34°F)
5°C (41°F)
7°C (45°F)
Monthly rainfall
80 mm (3.1 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
16 days
17 days
Weather conditions
less favorable
less favorable
mixed
Climate in Bø Andøya →

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 less favorable that month.

« April
May
June »
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
less favorable
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Mefjordvær →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Tromsø 9°C (48°F) 2°C (36°F) 99 mm (3.9 in)
Tennevoll 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 103 mm (4.1 in)
Evenskjer 11°C (52°F) 3°C (37°F) 105 mm (4.1 in)
Bø Andøya 10°C (50°F) 5°C (41°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Mefjordvær 8°C (46°F) 4°C (39°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Lyngseidet 7°C (45°F) 1°C (34°F) 81 mm (3.2 in)

Troms weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Troms, Norway generally has less favorable weather conditions. Tromsø sees daytime temperatures near 9°C (48°F), with nights cooling to roughly 2°C (36°F).

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

Tromsø averages a daytime maximum of 9°C (48°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 2°C (36°F).

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

Not particularly. Tromsø averages just 99 mm (3.9 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Troms, Norway.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Troms, Norway?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Troms, Norway with often less favorable weather in Tromsø.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in July and August offering mostly mixed weather in Tromsø.

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