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Salekhard Weather in May

May in Salekhard sees daytime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F) at night. Pack a rain jacket because some snow/rainfall is likely.

Rainfall in Salekhard in May

Past climate data indicates that roughly 13 days will see snow/rain, totalling around 53 mm (2.1 in) for the month. Rain this month is fairly typical, a standard mix of wet and dry days with no particularly heavy or persistent showers.

Temperature in Salekhard in May

May in Salekhard brings typical temperatures with highs around 5°C (41°F) and lows of -4°C (25°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With overnight lows of -4°C (25°F), temperatures fall below freezing at night. An extra thick blanket can make a real difference if your accommodation runs cold.

Sunshine in Salekhard in May

The month enjoys around 233 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days despite the cool temperatures.

Wind Speed in Salekhard in May

Wind speeds average 5 m/s (10 knots) during May. At this speed, gentle to moderate breezes make small trees sway and the wind creates whitecaps on water bodies. Daily variations range from moderate winds to stronger breezes, creating excellent conditions for sailing, kite flying and wind sports.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Salekhard. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Salekhard Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -4°C (25°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C (41°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 45%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 53 mm (2.1 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 77% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 5 m/s (10 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 233 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Salehard, Russia (3 KM, 2 Miles).

Best Places in Russia in May

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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 Salekhard in May

Cold weather calls for smart layering in May. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Salekhard in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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