May weather forecast
Alesund, Norway

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Weather in May

May’s arrival signals the onset of warmer weather in Alesund. The temperature shows a significant increase from the beginning of spring, and the days stay relatively dry. A vibrant hue of green spreads across the city landscape as flora blooms fully. The sea becomes warmer, signaling the advent of the summer season. Longer days also result in a higher degree of sun exposure, prompting increased outdoor activity.

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature in Alesund increases from a frosty 6°C (42.8°F) in April to a cool 11°C (51.8°F). May nights in Alesund, Norway, are marked by an average temperature drop to a wintry 4°C (39.2°F).

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall in Alesund. Rain falls for 16 days and accumulates 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

In Alesund, in May, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F).
Note: Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 53min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 21:48. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 23:09 CEST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Alesund are May and June, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 4 transforms into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Alesund?

In Alesund, 11°C (51.8°F) is the average high-temperature and 4°C (39.2°F) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the driest month in Alesund?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically collects 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Alesund?

In Alesund, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 62mm (2.44") of precipitation.

What is the water temperature in May in Alesund?

In Alesund, Norway, in May, the average water temperature is 8.2°C (46.8°F). Swimming in 8.2°C (46.8°F) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 10°C (50°F) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

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

In May, the average day length in Alesund, Norway, is 17h and 53min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Alesund?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 21:48. On the last day of the month, in Alesund, sunrise is at 03:56 and sunset at 23:09 CEST.

What are the months with the most sunshine in Alesund?

The months with the most sunshine in Alesund are May and June, with an average of 7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Alesund?

In Alesund, the average sunshine duration in May is 7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Alesund?

In Alesund, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average rainfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Alesund, Norway

Average temperature in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average high temperature in May: 11°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (15°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 4°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (9°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January, February and March (-1°C).

Average rainfall in May
Alesund, Norway

Average rainfall in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average rainfall in May: 62mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (190mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (62mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Alesund, Norway

Average rainfall days in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is December (28 days).
The month with the least rainy days is May (16 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Alesund, Norway

Average sea temperature in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average sea temperature in May: 8.2°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (14.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (5.3°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alesund, Norway

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h

The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 7h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h).

Average UV index in May
Alesund, Norway

Average UV index in May - Alesund, Norway
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 0).

Alesund, Norway

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