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Weather in Longyearbyen for May 2025

Your guide to Longyearbyen weather in May - trends and predictions

    Snow Forecast ❄️

  • The climate of Longyearbyen in May is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
    According to Longyearbyen snow forecast for May 2025, 2 snowy days are expected at the beginning of May. The first snowfall for May is expected in Thursday, 1 May.

  • Temperatures

  • The forecast for the first days of May 2025 in Longyearbyen predicts a temperature of -5.1 °C, which is cooler than the historical average.

  • In general, the average temperature in Longyearbyen at the beginning of May is -1.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately rise, reaching an average of -0.4 °C by the end of May.

Average dry days
17
Dry days
Average rainy days
1
Rainy days
Average snowy days
13
Snow days
Average temperatures
-3°/-8°
Temperatures
Average wind speed
13 km/h
Avg max wind
Average humidity
82 %
Avg humidity

Longyearbyen Weather May

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Temperatures trend during May in Longyearbyen

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May weather day by day

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Date Weather Temperatures Rain Snow More
1 May Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-5° /-10° 1.1 mm 0.8 cm
2 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-3° /-11° 1 mm 0.7 cm
3 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-2° /-9° 0 mm 0 cm
4 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-1° /-6° 0 mm 0 cm
5 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-2° /-7° 0 mm 0 cm
6 May Sunny
Sunny
-1° /-8° 0 mm 0 cm
7 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
1° /-6° 0 mm 0 cm
8 May Sunny
Sunny
0° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
9 May Sunny
Sunny
0° /-6° 0 mm 0 cm
10 May Overcast
Overcast
-1° /-5° 0 mm 0 cm
11 May Light snow
Light snow
-1° /-7° 0.2 mm 0.1 cm
12 May Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-1° /-7° 1.3 mm 1.1 cm
13 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-3° /-8° 0.4 mm 0.3 cm
14 May Moderate snow
Moderate snow
-2° /-9° 1.5 mm 1.3 cm
15 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-2° /-8° 0 mm 0 cm
16 May Light snow showers
Light snow showers
-6° /-11° 2.1 mm 1.8 cm
17 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-5° /-11° 0 mm 0 cm
18 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-5° /-12° 0.3 mm 0.2 cm
19 May Overcast
Overcast
-5° /-11° 0.5 mm 0.4 cm
20 May Light freezing rain
Light freezing rain
-5° /-12° 0 mm 0 cm
21 May Cloudy
Cloudy
-7° /-12° 0 mm 0 cm
22 May Partly cloudy
Partly cloudy
-7° /-12° 0 mm 0 cm
23 May Heavy snow
Heavy snow
-2° /-10° 8.8 mm 7.4 cm
24 May Overcast
Overcast
-1° /-8° 0.6 mm 0.5 cm
25 May Moderate or heavy snow showers
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-3° /-9° 1.6 mm 1.3 cm
26 May Light snow
Light snow
-3° /-7° 1 mm 0.8 cm
27 May Overcast
Overcast
-3° /-10° 0 mm 0 cm
28 May Heavy snow
Heavy snow
1° /-3° 5.6 mm 1.4 cm
29 May Fog
Fog
2° /0° 0.4 mm 0 cm
30 May Fog
Fog
1° /-1° 0.1 mm 0 cm
31 May Light rain shower
Light rain shower
2° /-1° 1.1 mm 0 cm
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Longyearbyen 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 Longyearbyen forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.

Longyearbyen in May - FAQ

What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Longyearbyen during May?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Longyearbyen during May?
In May, Longyearbyen can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 26 mm across approximately 1 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Longyearbyen in May 2025?
Longyearbyen experiences an average snowfall of 16.91 cm during May, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Longyearbyen during May?
The average wind speed in Longyearbyen during May is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.

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