Skien Weather in May

May in Skien brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 78 mm (3.1 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Skien in May

On average, there are about 14 days with rain during this month, averaging 78 mm (3.1 in). A fairly balanced picture this month, some wet days but nothing too extreme in terms of intensity.

Temperature in Skien in May

May in Skien brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 16°C (61°F) and nights around 6°C (43°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. With overnight lows of 6°C (43°F), nights are cold. The cold air does make for deep, comfortable sleep if you have enough blankets.

Sunshine in Skien in May

With approximately 240 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies. It makes it a perfect month for being outside.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Skien.