Average weather for Finland in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Finland with an average temperature of 15°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 9°C to a high of 19°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 2°C and 10°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Finland with cool temps, averaging around 12°C during the day and nights around 3°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 16°C, with nights around 7°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Finland is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 9°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 83 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,4 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Finland in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
15°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
19°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
9°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
83 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,4 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 0 days | |
April
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 Finland?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Finland. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Check out the climate of Finland for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Finland is based on weather data from Helsinki. Other places, like Rovaniemi, Kuusamo or Tampere, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Finland to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in May in Finland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Finland, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Finland
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Daily Precipitation in May in Finland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Finland, 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 9 days of precipitation in Finland.
Daily Snowfall in May in Finland
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Finland, 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 Finland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Finland, 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 Finland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Finland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Finland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Finland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Finland per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Finland, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Finland
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Finland. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Finland
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Average weather in Finland by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Finland. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
