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Skálholt Weather in May

May in Skálholt brings low temperatures around 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 3°C (37°F) at night, with quite a bit of rainfall expected, averaging around 116 mm (4.6 in) for the month.

Rainfall in Skálholt in May

Historically, the month has about 15 days of rain, averaging 116 mm (4.6 in) in total. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.

Temperature in Skálholt in May

May in Skálholt brings typical temperatures with highs around 11°C (52°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F). The days stay cool from start to finish. Layering up well will make outdoor time much more comfortable. With overnight lows of 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Skálholt in May

With approximately 201 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. Despite it being a cool month, it makes for pleasant days outside.

May in Skálholt can still be great, but if you prefer pleasant temperatures along with dry and sunny conditions, our weather planner can help you explore other options in the world.

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Skálholt Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 3°C (37°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C (52°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 116 mm (4.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 201 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 35% *  
* Data from: Reykjavík, Iceland (66 KM, 41 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland 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 Skálholt in May

Pack for changing conditions in Skálholt in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Skálholt in May

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

Swimming
4/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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