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Vogar Weather in May

May in Vogar brings low temperatures, with highs of 8°C (46°F) and nights dropping to 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is on the higher side this month, averaging around 66 mm (2.6 in), so keep a rain jacket handy.

Rainfall in Vogar in May

You can expect rain on roughly 11 days based on historical data, averaging 66 mm (2.6 in) for the month. Neither particularly heavy nor particularly frequent, the rain this month is about average. A light jacket should be enough on most wet days.

Temperature in Vogar in May

Expect highs of 8°C (46°F) in Vogar in May, with nights dropping to around 1°C (34°F). It stays cool throughout the day, so warm layers are a good idea from morning to evening. At 1°C (34°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Vogar in May

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 169 hours of sunshine. This provides a nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Vogar. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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Vogar Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C (34°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 8°C (46°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 37%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 66 mm (2.6 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 169 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 28% *  
* Data from: Akureyri, Iceland (53 KM, 33 Miles).

Best Places in Iceland in May

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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 (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Vogar in May

Cold weather calls for smart layering in May. A thermal base layer makes a huge difference in staying warm. Add a wool sweater or fleece, then a wind-resistant outer jacket. Rain gear is recommended, you can expect wet weather on multiple days. It won't hurt to bring your sunglasses along, as you'll see some sunny periods.

What To Do in Vogar in May

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

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