May Rainfall and Precipitation in Vatnajökull National Park
Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland in May.
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Monthly precipitation
0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet
Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.
Vatnajökull National Park precipitation in May: frequently asked questions
How much rainfall does Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland receive in May?
In May, Höfn typically experiences high rainfall, averaging about 107 mm (4.2 in). This translates to a mix of wet and dry days throughout the month.
How many days does it rain in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland in May?
Rainfall in Höfn typically falls on roughly 13 days days in May.
Is May part of the rainy season in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland?
Not really. May is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland.
What is the wettest city in May in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland?
Looking at our data, Skaftafell tops the wettest-cities list in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland for May, with monthly rainfall averaging 144 mm (5.7 in).
What is the driest city in May in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland?
Höfn is the driest city we have data for in Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland in May, with monthly rainfall close to 107 mm (4.2 in).
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