Normal weather for Lappeenranta in May

It's cool to moderate in May in Lappeenranta with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 10°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 9°C.

In May, there is an average of 24 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Lappeenranta in May		New York
Average Temperature	15°C	22°C
High Temp	20°C	28°C
Low Temp	10°C	17°C
Total Precipitation	24 mm	105 mm
Rainy Days	5 days	14 days
Total Snowfall	0,1 cm	0 cm
Snowy Days	1 day	0 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Lappeenranta with cool temps, averaging around 13°C during the day and nights around 4°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather’s mostly sunny and dry.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick jacket, sweater, and long pants.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 17°C, with nights around 8°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers. During the day, choose a light jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Lappeenranta is around 18°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light sweater, and thin pants will do. In the evening and morning, go for a warm jacket, sweater or hoodie, and long pants.

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Is May a good time to visit Lappeenranta?

Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Lappeenranta. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.

Temperature records for Lappeenranta in May

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Daily Temperature in May in Lappeenranta

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Lappeenranta, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in May in Lappeenranta

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lappeenranta, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 5 days of precipitation in Lappeenranta.

Daily Precipitation in May in Lappeenranta

Daily Snowfall in May in Lappeenranta

This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Lappeenranta, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.

Daily UV Index in May in Lappeenranta

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lappeenranta, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in May in Lappeenranta Over the Years

This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lappeenranta, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total Precipitation in May in Lappeenranta Over the Years

This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lappeenranta, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

Snowfall in May in Lappeenranta per year

This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Lappeenranta, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.

Snowfall in May in Lappeenranta over the past years

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Daily Climate in May for Lappeenranta

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Lappeenranta. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average Weather in Lappeenranta by Month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Lappeenranta. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.