Akureyri
May
Weather in Akureyri for May 2025
Your guide to Akureyri weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Akureyri at the beginning of May is 8.6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 11.7 °C by the end of May.
Akureyri sees moderate rainfall in May, averaging 9 rainy days.
Snowfall in Akureyri during May is quite rare, with fewer than 2 snowy days on average.
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21
Dry days
9
Rainy days
1
Snow days
11°/-1°
Temperatures
17 km/h
Avg max wind
72 %
Avg humidity
Akureyri in May average weather
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
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| 1  5° | 2  7° | 3  9° | 4 9° | |||
| 5  10° | 6 10° | 7 10° | 8 9° | 9 9° | 10 9° | 11 13° |
| 12  9° | 13 7° | 14  7° | 15  5° | 16  9° | 17 9° | 18 7° |
| 19 7° | 20  6° | 21 7° | 22 8° | 23 9° | 24  8° | 25 13° |
| 26 12° | 27 11° | 28 12° | 29 11° | 30 11° | 31 12° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Akureyri
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 May | Light freezing rain | 5° /-4° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May | Overcast | 7° /-2° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Sunny | 9° /-1° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May | Overcast | 9° /1° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /2° | 1.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 10° /0° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 May | Overcast | 10° /1° | 1.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /1° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 May | Overcast | 13° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May | Heavy rain at times | 9° /3° | 5.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /0° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 May | Patchy moderate snow | 7° /-2° | 4.8 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 15 May | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 5° /-1° | 1.5 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 16 May | Partly cloudy | 9° /-2° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 May | Overcast | 9° /1° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May | Heavy rain at times | 7° /0° | 2.5 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 19 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 4.6 mm | 3.7 cm | |
| 20 May | Cloudy | 6° /0° | 3.5 mm | 1.2 cm | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /1° | 3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /-1° | 1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 9° /0° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 8° /1° | 5.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Moderate rain at times | 13° /2° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 May | Heavy rain at times | 12° /4° | 3.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Moderate or heavy snow showers | 11° /3° | 7 mm | 3.9 cm | |
| 28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 12° /4° | 3.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 1.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May | Partly cloudy | 11° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Partly cloudy | 12° /1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Akureyri in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Akureyri forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Akureyri in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Akureyri during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 11° and colder nights, dipping below -1°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Akureyri during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 136.8 mm is expected in Akureyri during May, occurring over more than 9 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
Is snowfall common in Akureyri during May?
Akureyri experiences an average snowfall of 22.9 cm during May, occurring over 1 days, which may interest winter sports enthusiasts.
What are the typical wind conditions in Akureyri during May?
The average wind speed in Akureyri during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Akureyri in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Akureyri in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Akureyri, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Warm Clothing: Sweaters, hoodies, long pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Thermal Wear: Base layers for cold destinations
- All-Weather Jacket: Waterproof and breathable
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Insulated Boots: For snowy and extremely cold temperatures
- Accessories
- Scarves: To protect you from the cold wind
- Gloves/Mittens: Essential for cold weather
- Warm Hats: Warm hats for insulation in cold weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
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