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Riksgränsen Weather in May

May in Riksgränsen brings low temperatures around 5°C (41°F) during the day, dropping to -1°C (30°F) at night, with quite a bit of snow/rainfall expected, averaging around 88 mm (3.5 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Riksgränsen in May

Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 14 days of snow/rain, averaging 88 mm (3.5 in). Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Riksgränsen in May

If you're visiting Riksgränsen in May, expect highs of 5°C (41°F) and overnight lows around -1°C (30°F). Cold conditions tend to persist from morning through evening, so be prepared for winter weather. With overnight lows of -1°C (30°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold. Prepare for a very cold month by layering your clothing. It's always better to be prepared for the cold than to face it unprotected.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Riksgränsen.

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Riksgränsen Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -1°C (30°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 88 mm (3.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 70% *  
* Data from: Narvik, Norway (26 KM, 16 Miles).

Best Places in Sweden in May

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Legend 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).

What to Wear in Riksgränsen in May

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Riksgränsen in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Riksgränsen in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Barbeque
1/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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