Average weather for Norway in May
It's cool in May in Norway with an average temperature of 12°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 7°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -1°C and 7°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Norway with cold temps, averaging around 10°C during the day and nights around 1°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 13°C, with nights around 4°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 Norway is around 16°C, while nighttime temps are about 6°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 48 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. Of the total precipitation, about 4,2 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Norway in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
12°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
18°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
7°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
48 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
11 days | 14 days | |
 Total snowfall |
4,2 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy days |
2 days | 0 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 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.
Temperature records
With 26°C in 2018, Norway reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 1°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -7°C to a highest value of 14°C.
Check out the climate of Norway for all months and discover the best travel time
The climate in Norway is based on weather data from Oslo. Other places, like Lofoten, Vesterålen or Bergen, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Norway to get the full picture of the climate.
Daily Temperature in May in Norway
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Norway, 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 Norway
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Daily Precipitation in May in Norway
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Norway, 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 11 days of precipitation in Norway.
Daily Snowfall in May in Norway
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Norway, 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 Norway
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Norway, 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 Norway over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Norway, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Norway over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Norway, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Norway per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Norway, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in May for Norway
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Norway. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Norway
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Average weather in Norway by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Norway. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
