Umeå weather in May (Västerbotten, Sweden)

How is May weather typically in Umeå? Find all the essential weather information for this month in our guide.

Temperatures

The month of May in Umeå typically brings low temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 12°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate 4°C.

Precipitation

Umeå in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 47 mm for the month. On average, there are about 11 days with rain during this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 274 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm July typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February, March, April, 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 Umeå climate page with graphs.

 

Umeå, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 4°C  

Max Temperature 12°C  

Chance of Rain 37%  

Precipitation 47 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Sunshine 274 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Sweden in May

Find out more about the weather in Sweden 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?

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.

Swimming

4/10

Cycling

6/10

Walking

6/10

Camping

5/10

Outdoor sports

6/10

Interested in more climate information?

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

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