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Skellefteå Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Skellefteå in May? Expect low temperatures reaching 11°C (52°F) during the day, dropping to 4°C (39°F) at night, with some rainfall likely.

Rainfall in Skellefteå in May

Typically around 10 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 46 mm (1.8 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 Skellefteå in May

Temperatures in Skellefteå in May top out at 11°C (52°F) and drop to 4°C (39°F) overnight. It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. Nights drop to 4°C (39°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, July typically offers the best circumstances for Skellefteå.

Skellefteå Temperature in May

Min Temperature
4°C (39°F)
Max Temperature
11°C (52°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
46 mm (1.8 in)
Rainy days
10 days

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Best Places in Sweden 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 Skellefteå in May

Pack for changing conditions in Skellefteå 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. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days.

What To Do in Skellefteå in May

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

  • Cycling
    6/10
  • Walking
    6/10
  • Barbeque
    3/10
  • Camping
    5/10
  • Outdoor sports
    6/10

Skellefteå 3-Day Forecast

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