SwedenAverage weather for Västra Götaland in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Västra Götaland with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 4°C and 12°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Västra Götaland with cool temps, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights around 6°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 18°C, with nights around 10°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 Västra Götaland is around 19°C, while nighttime temps are about 12°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In May, there is an average of 52 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Västra Götaland in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
17°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
20°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
12°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
52 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
9 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Västra Götaland?
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Västra Götaland. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Temperature records
With 31°C in 2018, Västra Götaland reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 6°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 0°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Västra Götaland
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Västra Götaland, 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 Västra Götaland
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Västra Götaland, 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 Västra Götaland.
Daily UV index in May in Västra Götaland
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Västra Götaland, 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 Västra Götaland over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Västra Götaland, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Västra Götaland over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Västra Götaland, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Västra Götaland
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Average weather in Västra Götaland by month
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