May weather forecast
Växjö, Sweden

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Weather in May

May initiates the early summer with temperatures peaking around 16.2°C (61.2°F) and longest daylight hours of 16.5h. As spring bid its adieu, the weather in Växjö becomes amiable, allowing residents to enjoy the outdoors without the encumbrance of heavy jackets. With its extended daylight hours, blossoming flora, and gentle breezes, May stands as a rightful harbinger to the forthcoming Swedish summer. As the city transitions into June, stand by for balmy days and even longer hours of daylight.

Temperature

The shift from April to May in Växjö sees a slight increase in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 11.5°C (52.7°F) to an enjoyable 16.2°C (61.2°F). In Växjö, the average low-temperature during the month of May is an icy 5.8°C (42.4°F).

Humidity

April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Växjö, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 29mm (1.14") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.3 rainfall days, and 378mm (14.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Växjö are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Växjö aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow. In Växjö, during the entire year, snow falls for 58 days and aggregates up to 421mm (16.57") of snow.

Daylight

In Växjö, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 31min.
On the first day of May in Växjö, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:16 and sunset at 21:40 CEST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Växjö is 8.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 4 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Växjö in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Växjö, Sweden, are 16.2°C (61.2°F) and 5.8°C (42.4°F) respectively.

What is the least humid month in Växjö?

The months with the lowest humidity are April and May, with an average relative humidity of 70%.

What is the average humidity in May in Växjö?

In May, the average relative humidity in Växjö, Sweden, is 70%.

How much does it rain in Växjö in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14.8 days. Throughout May, 29mm (1.14") of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Växjö?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Växjö, Sweden. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Växjö aggregates 3mm (0.12") of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Växjö?

The average day length in May in Växjö is 16h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Växjö?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:11 and sunset at 20:44. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:16 and sunset at 21:40 CEST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Växjö?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Växjö?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Växjö.

What is the UV index reading in May in Växjö?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Växjö is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average daylight
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average temperature in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average high temperature in May: 16.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (21.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 5.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-3.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average pressure in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is April (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (1010mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average wind speed in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average humidity in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, November and December (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and May (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average rainfall in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average rainfall in May: 29mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (46mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (14mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average rainfall days in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average snowfall in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average snowfall in May: 3mm

The month with the highest snowfall is February (122mm).
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average snowfall days in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February, November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average sunshine days in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is April (16.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average UV index in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average cloud cover in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February, November and December (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are April, May and June (Cloud cover 46).

Average visibility in May
Växjö, Sweden

Average visibility in May - Växjö, Sweden
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June and July (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (7km).

Växjö, Sweden

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