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Andenes in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Andenes in May 2027? Discover the usual weather at this time of year, average temperatures, the risk of rain, possible activities, and our opinion on whether May is a good month to travel to Andenes, Norway.

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Andenes in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Andenes in May in summary
Very bad weather
Min 5°C Max 7°C 77 mm 6 day(s) 80% 56% 9°C 11.1 h/day 4.5 cm
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 01:06 22:47
Hourly weather

Average weather in Andenes in May 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Andenes in May 2027 is based on statistical data from previous years in May. This allows you to forecast the weather in May 2027. Check the hourly statistics (6:00, 9:00, 12:00, 15:00, 18:00, 21:00, 0:00 and 3:00), with the associated average temperature, for the whole month, and also, by navigating the tabs, for the beginning, middle and end of the month.

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Climate

Climate of Andenes in May

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Andenes in May.

Temperatures and rain in Andenes in May

Average daily weather

Temperatures, rain and snow day by day in May, with a separate scale for snow.
Minimal Average Maximums Average rainfall Daily snow

Monthly temperatures

The month of May is highlighted to compare it quickly with the rest of the year.
Minimal Average Maximums

Monthly precipitation

The bar for the month under study is highlighted.
Average rainfall

About the climate in Andenes in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Andenes in May

Check the seasonal normals in Andenes in May and compare the weather with the previous month and the following month (or the months of your choice by selecting months in the form below): temperatures, wind, rain, humidity, climate rating...

Last updated: 12/01/2026
Reference period for normals: January 2009 - December 2025
Month analyzed
May
Weather data April May June
Outside temperature
Average temperature 3.0°C 5.9°C 8.6°C
Maximum temperature 3.7°C 6.7°C 9.2°C
Minimum temperature 2.3°C 5.1°C 8.0°C
Record maximum temperature 10.0°C
(2019)
13.0°C
(2013)
16.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature -9.0°C
(2020)
-7.0°C
(2020)
-1.0°C
(2020)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days below 0° 6 day(s)
(20%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 4.5°C 6.2°C 9.3°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 3.4°C 3.6°C 7.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 5.7°C 9.1°C 11.2°C
Wind
Wind speed 28 km/h 26 km/h 25 km/h
Wind temperature -2.4°C 1.4°C 5.1°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 110.6 mm 76.5 mm 80.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(70%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 8 day(s)
(27%)
6 day(s)
(18%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
Record precipitation in one day 42.9 mm
(2020)
27.5 mm
(2020)
24.0 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 79% 80% 82%
Visibility 7.8 km 8.8 km 9.0 km
Cloud cover 62% 56% 60%
UV index 1 2 3
Daily sunshine 12h 11h 0h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 03h56 01h06 — —
Sunset time 19h59 22h47 — —
Day length 16h03 21h41 — —
Our opinion on the climate in May
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Activities and events

What to do in Andenes in May?

Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingAnimal observationNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in May
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Andenes in May last?

Find the observed weather calendar in Andenes in May 2025, with each day’s weather, temperatures and precipitation.

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
4°C5°C0.2 mm
2
Moderate rain at times
4°C5°C2.1 mm
3
Heavy rain at times
1°C3°C2.7 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
2°C3°C1.2 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
2°C3°C0.8 mm
6
Overcast
3°C4°C0.1 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
4°C5°C0.6 mm
8
Overcast
4°C6°C0.0 mm
9
Overcast
5°C6°C0.9 mm
10
Overcast
6°C8°C0.3 mm
11
Cloudy
7°C10°C0.3 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
6°C8°C1.2 mm
13
Moderate rain at times
5°C6°C2.6 mm
14
Cloudy
5°C6°C0.0 mm
15
Overcast
5°C6°C0.1 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C0.5 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
6°C6°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
6°C8°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
6°C7°C0.2 mm
20
Overcast
4°C6°C1.0 mm
21
Cloudy
4°C5°C0.3 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
5°C6°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
6°C6°C0.0 mm
24
Partly Cloudy
7°C10°C0.1 mm
25
Overcast
7°C9°C0.0 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
8°C9°C1.4 mm
27
Light rain
7°C8°C2.9 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
7°C8°C0.0 mm
29
Partly Cloudy
8°C9°C0.2 mm
30
Partly Cloudy
8°C9°C0.0 mm
31
Partly Cloudy
6°C7°C0.4 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Andenes in May: your frequently asked questions

Short answers to the questions we ask ourselves before booking for this month.

Not really. The weather conditions are unfavorable in Andenes in May, which places this month 9th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 7°C during the day and 5°C at night, with about 77 mm of precipitation spread over 6 rainy days.

The sea is only 6°C on average in May. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 11.1 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Beach and swimming, Animal observation, Nature and landscapes and Boat trip and cruise.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 23/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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