Skjolden weather in May (Sogn og Fjordane, Norway)

Is Skjolden a good destination in May, weather-wise? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Skjolden includes low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. The temperature during the day can rise to approximately 7°C. At night, it falls to around -0°C.

Precipitation

Skjolden in May usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 87 mm for the month. The month is marked by minimal rainfall, making it a good time for outdoor activities. Enjoy the dry spell, a great time to go hiking. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 180 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Skjolden. July and August typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Skjolden climate page with graphs.

 

Skjolden, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature -0°C  

Max Temperature 7°C  

Chance of Rain 43%  

Precipitation 87 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Sunshine 180 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Geiranger, Norway (71 KM, 44 Miles).

Where to go in Norway in May

Find out more about the weather in Norway and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

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

Swimming

5/10

Cycling

4/10

Walking

4/10

Camping

1/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Skjolden.

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