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Rukatunturi in May sees low temperatures, with highs around 10°C (50°F) and overnight lows of 2°C (36°F). Around 57 mm (2.2 in) of rainfall is typical, so a light rain jacket is a sensible addition to your bag.
May in Rukatunturi has its charm, but if you're looking for destinations with pleasant temperatures and sunny skies, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Rukatunturi - and find the best time to visit.
Find out more about the weather in Finland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Finland in May →
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).
The weather can swing between comfortable and chilly in May, so flexibility is key. Pack a variety of tops, at least one warm layer, and both shorts and long pants. This gives you options no matter what the day brings. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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