If you plan to visit Alesund in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +12°C during the day and approximately 4 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 19 rainy days in the month and around 108 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Average weather
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+12°C
Avg. max. temperature
0°C
Min.
+24°C
Max.
108 mm
Total precipitation
76%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
4 ☀️
Sunny Days
7 ⛅️
Cloudy
19 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Alesund has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Alesund in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Alesund for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +16°C during the day to a minimum of +3°C during the night, the temperature in May averages around +11°C.
The average maximum temperature goes up 38% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +5°C to +10°C.
Is Alesund warm or cold in May?
Alesund is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +8°C to +12°C. The minimum temperature also goes up from +3°C to +6°C.
Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Alesund:
Water temperature in Alesund in May
Water in Alesund in May is Cold. It varies from +6°C to +10°C, with an average of +8°C.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +12°C.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Alesund are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +14°C. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +5°C.
Can you swim in Alesund in May?
We would not recommend swimming in Alesund in May, the water is very cold (+8°C on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +16°C
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Fresh
16°C - 21°C
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Comfortable
21°C - 25°C
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Warm
25°C - 28°C
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Very warm
+28°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.
Climate in Alesund in May
Alesund weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+8°C
+12°C
+15°C
Min. temperature
-3°C
0°C
+3°C
Max. temperature
+21°C
+24°C
+26°C
Rainfall
108 mm
108 mm
111 mm
Wind
3 m/s
3 m/s
3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+6°C
+8°C
+12°C
Humidity
75%
76%
79%
Air pressure
1012 HPa
1013 HPa
1012 HPa
Sunny days
4
4
2
Cloudy days
7
7
8
Rainy days
16
19
19
Snowy days
3
1
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +8°C to +12°C during the day.The rainfall amount in May stays the same as in the previous month with a 108 mm of total precipitation.Humidity rises from 75% to 76%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 3 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 4 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Alesund in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 5 m/s getting up to 11 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Alesund is gradually decreasing during May, going from 5 m/s to 4 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Alesund based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 65% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 113 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 18 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 20 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of galoshes.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Alesund wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 77% chance of precipitation and 230 mm of rainfall per day. April, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 53% chance of precipitation and 108 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Alesund?
This is the weather in Alesund in May 2023:
1 May
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+5°C
2 May
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+8°C
3 May
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+7°C
4 May
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+8°C
5 May
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+10°C
6 May
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+11°C
7 May
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+13°C
8 May
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+14°C
9 May
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+14°C
10 May
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+11°C
11 May
☁️
+12°C
12 May
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+11°C
13 May
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+12°C
14 May
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+16°C
15 May
🌧️
+10°C
16 May
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+10°C
17 May
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+7°C
18 May
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+12°C
19 May
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+14°C
20 May
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+15°C
21 May
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+12°C
22 May
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+13°C
23 May
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+11°C
24 May
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+12°C
25 May
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+9°C
26 May
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+10°C
27 May
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+11°C
28 May
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+8°C
29 May
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+9°C
30 May
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+11°C
31 May
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+10°C
In May 2023 Alesund had 8 sunny days, 7 cloudy days, and 15 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +11°C, with an absolute maximum of +16°C and a minimum of +5°C. The average humidity was 79%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 46%. The average wind speed was 5 m/s, with a maximum of 14 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change over Years
This is how Alesund climate have been changing during last 43 years period.
The climate in Alesund in May has not changed much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 2010 (+9°C) and the highest in 2014 (+12°C). The driest year was 1996 with only 1292 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2011 with 2856 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Alesund in May:
Is May a good time to visit Alesund?
It’s always a good time to visit Alesund, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Alesund in May?
May has mild temperatures in Alesund. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!
Can you swim in Alesund in May?
Swimming in Alesund in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Alesund rainy in May?
Alesund is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Alesund in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Alesund in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Alesund, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.
For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.
