Monthly climate guide
Svolvær weather in May
May in Svolvær is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 8°C (46°F) and night-time lows near 5°C (40°F). The month usually brings about 70 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- There's little difference between day and night (around 3°C).
- It warms up quickly from here: by June highs are about 4°C higher.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Svolvær.
- Just 390 km apart, but Svolvær runs about 4°C warmer than Alta this month.
It's usually the driest month of the year.
Avg high
8°C
46°F
Avg low
5°C
40°F
Rainfall
70 mm
some rain
Humidity
80%
relative
Sky
79%
cloud · often cloudy
Svolvær weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C / 34°F | -1°C / 30°F | 111 mm | 81% | 81% |
| February | 1°C / 34°F | -1°C / 30°F | 104 mm | 81% | 82% |
| March | 2°C / 35°F | -1°C / 31°F | 119 mm | 80% | 85% |
| April | 4°C / 39°F | 2°C / 35°F | 88 mm | 81% | 81% |
| May | 8°C / 46°F | 5°C / 40°F | 70 mm | 80% | 79% |
| June | 11°C / 52°F | 8°C / 46°F | 87 mm | 82% | 77% |
| July | 14°C / 58°F | 11°C / 52°F | 93 mm | 84% | 76% |
| August | 14°C / 57°F | 11°C / 52°F | 98 mm | 84% | 79% |
| September | 12°C / 53°F | 9°C / 49°F | 124 mm | 83% | 80% |
| October | 7°C / 45°F | 6°C / 42°F | 122 mm | 82% | 80% |
| November | 5°C / 41°F | 3°C / 38°F | 143 mm | 83% | 84% |
| December | 3°C / 38°F | 1°C / 34°F | 140 mm | 82% | 83% |
What to pack for May
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Svolvær?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Svolvær →Other Norway cities in May
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Svolvær in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Svolvær?
May is cool in Svolvær, with highs around 8°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Svolvær in May?
Average highs are about 8°C (46°F) and average lows about 5°C (40°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Svolvær in May?
Svolvær typically gets around 70 mm of rain in May — some rain. It's usually the driest month of the year.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Svolvær (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.