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Sprengisandur weather in May (South Iceland, Iceland)

Planning a trip to Sprengisandur in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Sprengisandur generally has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 8°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 1°C.

Sprengisandur in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 78 mm for the month. It is the driest month of the year. For those who prefer outdoor activities, it's a great time to explore without the huge concern of sudden downpours. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 15 days of the month will see rainfall.

The area enjoys a balanced 164 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Sprengisandur. July typically offers 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 Sprengisandur climate page with graphs.

 

Sprengisandur, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 78 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 164 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 29% *  
* Data from: Kirkjubæjarklaustur, Iceland (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in May

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

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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 Sprengisandur in May?

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 in May.

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

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