Varmahlid weather in May (North Iceland, Iceland)

How's the weather trend in Varmahlid as May approaches? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.

Temperatures

In May, Varmahlid usually has low temperatures and moderate rainfall. The daytime often sees temperatures reaching 8°C, but nighttime brings a cool-down to 1°C.

Precipitation

Varmahlid in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 67 mm for the month. Known for its minimal rainfall, this month is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Take advantage of the dry conditions to explore and enjoy various activities. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 13 days of rain.

Average sunshine

Expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 169 hours. This means a pleasant mix of sun and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Varmahlid. July generally stands out with 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 Varmahlid climate page with graphs.

 

Varmahlid, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 1°C  

Max Temperature 8°C  

Chance of Rain 42%  

Precipitation 67 mm  

Rainy days 13 days  

Humidity 73% *  

Sunshine 169 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 28% *  

Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (64 KM, 39 Miles).

Where to go in Iceland in May

Find out more about the weather in Iceland and which places have the best travel 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 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

4/10

Outdoor sports

4/10

Interested in more climate information?

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