Vest-Agder Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Vest-Agder, Norway in May.

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Kristiansand Spangereid Homme Farsund

Planning a journey to Vest-Agder, Norway this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Vest-Agder in May

Vest-Agder, Norway is a region in Norway. May in Vest-Agder generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to high.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are mild and range from 12°C (54°F) in Korshamn to 16°C (61°F) in Vennesla. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 7°C (45°F) in Vennesla and 8°C (46°F) in Korshamn.

For a closer look at conditions across Vest-Agder, Norway, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Mandal with an average of 70 mm (2.8 in) to high rainfall in Øyuvstad with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Kristiansand typically receives 229 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Vest-Agder in May

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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 Vest-Agder

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

Temperature range in Vest-Agder (May)

Precipitation variation in Vest-Agder (May)

Kristiansand

In May Kristiansand generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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)
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
73 mm (2.9 in)
75 mm (3 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
14 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
pleasant
Climate in Kristiansand →

Spangereid

In May Spangereid 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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Spangereid →

Homme

In May Homme generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 14°C (57°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
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
17°C (63°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
79 mm (3.1 in)
77 mm (3 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
14 days
Weather conditions
poor
tolerable
tolerable
Climate in Homme →

Farsund

In May Farsund generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 13°C (55°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 7°C (45°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)
16°C (61°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
7°C (45°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
83 mm (3.3 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Farsund →

Korshamn

In May Korshamn generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°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)
12°C (54°F)
15°C (59°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
11°C (52°F)
Monthly sun hours
187 hours
229 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
82 mm (3.2 in)
77 mm (3 in)
89 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
poor
unpleasant
tolerable
Climate in Korshamn →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Vest-Agder in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Kristiansand 14°C (57°F) 8°C (46°F) 75 mm (3 in)
Spangereid 13°C (55°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Homme 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Farsund 13°C (55°F) 7°C (45°F) 79 mm (3.1 in)
Korshamn 12°C (54°F) 8°C (46°F) 77 mm (3 in)
Lyngdal 14°C (57°F) 7°C (45°F) 84 mm (3.3 in)

Vest-Agder weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Vest-Agder, Norway in May?

May in Vest-Agder, Norway brings tolerable weather. In Kristiansand, daytime temperatures are typically around 14°C (57°F) and nighttime lows hover near 8°C (46°F).

What is the average temperature in Vest-Agder, Norway in May?

In Kristiansand, the average daytime high in May is 14°C (57°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 8°C (46°F).

Does Vest-Agder, Norway get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Kristiansand averages just 75 mm (3 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Vest-Agder, Norway.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Vest-Agder, Norway?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Kristiansand, May might be a good time to visit Vest-Agder, Norway. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Vest-Agder, Norway is in July with generally perfect weather in Kristiansand. 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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