Skálholt weather in May (Iceland)
Curious about the climate in Skálholt this May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.
Temperatures
In May, Skálholt usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 11°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 3°C.
Precipitation
Skálholt in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 116 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.Average sunshine
With approximately 201 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Skálholt. June, July and August generally stand out with the best circumstances. While January, February, March, April, May, September, October, November and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skálholt climate page with graphs.
Skálholt, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
3°C
Max Temperature
11°C
Chance of Rain
49%
Precipitation
116 mm
Rainy days
15 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
201 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
35% *
Where to go in Iceland in May
Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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