Svolvær Weather in May
With daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of 5°C (41°F), May in Svolvær brings low temperatures during the day. Do keep in mind that quite a bit of rainfall is typical. Around 73 mm (2.9 in) falls on average.
Rainfall in Svolvær in May
You can expect rain on around 16 days based on historical patterns, with 73 mm (2.9 in) average for the month. This is a month with many wet days but modest rainfall totals, so showers are generally light and easy to manage.
Temperature in Svolvær in May
May in Svolvær brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights around 5°C (41°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. With lows around 5°C (41°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. July and August typically offer the best weather for Svolvær.
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Svolvær Temperature in May
Min Temperature
5°C (41°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
54%
Precipitation
73 mm (2.9 in)
Rainy days
16 days
Daily Historical Temperatures
50-year average (1976-2025)
Based on our historical records, temperatures in Svolvær typically rise from around 6°C (43°F) at the start of May to approximately 11°C (52°F) by the end. Nights are cold, with lows typically ranging from 3°C (37°F) to 7°C (45°F).
Average temperatures in May
Daily Historical Precipitation
50-year average (1976-2025)
Average daily rainfall for each day of the month based on long-term records.
Average precipitation in May
Historical weather for Svolvær in May
Browse day-by-day weather records for Svolvær spanning 51 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Svolvær historical weather extremes in May
Based on 50 years of weather observations (1976-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Svolvær.
- On May 31, 2013, temperatures climbed to 25°C (77°F), marking the warmest May day on record.
- On May 11, 2000, Svolvær saw its coldest May day with temperatures maxing out at 1°C (34°F).
- The coldest night in May in Svolvær was on May 7, 1984, with a minimum of -3°C (27°F).
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What to Wear in Svolvær in May
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Svolvær in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Wet weather is likely, so pack waterproof gear for multiple rainy days.What To Do in Svolvær in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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