Strömstad weather in May (Västra Götaland, Sweden)

Planning a trip to Strömstad in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Strömstad generally has moderate temperatures and moderate rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 15°C, while night temperatures can drop to 8°C.

Strömstad in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 62 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 13 days of rain.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July and August typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, October, November and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Strömstad, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 8°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 15°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 62 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  

Where to go in Sweden in May

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

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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 Strömstad in May?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

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

Cycling
6/10
Walking
6/10
Barbeque
5/10
Camping
4/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

Interested in more climate information?

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