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Hardangervidda National Park in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Hardangervidda National Park 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 Hardangervidda National Park, Norway.

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Hardangervidda National Park in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Hardangervidda National Park in May in summary
Very bad weather
Min -1°C Max 5°C 213 mm 11 day(s) 94% 69% 13.5 h/day 87.9 cm
Possible activities in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 03:52 21:03
Hourly weather

Average weather in Hardangervidda National Park in May 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Hardangervidda National Park 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 Hardangervidda National Park in May

Temperatures, precipitation, snow and monthly trends help better understand the climate in Hardangervidda National Park in May.

Temperatures and rain in Hardangervidda National Park 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 Hardangervidda National Park in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Hardangervidda National Park in May

Check the seasonal normals in Hardangervidda National Park 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 -2.3°C 2.0°C 7.3°C
Maximum temperature 0.2°C 4.6°C 10.5°C
Minimum temperature -4.8°C -0.7°C 4.2°C
Record maximum temperature 11.0°C
(2011)
19.0°C
(2018)
23.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature -22.0°C
(2012)
-11.0°C
(2014)
-5.0°C
(2015)
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%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
2 day(s)
(7%)
Number of days below 0° 26 day(s)
(87%)
19 day(s)
(61%)
4 day(s)
(13%)
Wind
Wind speed 15 km/h 14 km/h 16 km/h
Wind temperature -8.7°C -3.6°C 2.0°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 160.7 mm 212.8 mm 204.3 mm
Number of days with precipitation 20 day(s)
(67%)
23 day(s)
(74%)
22 day(s)
(73%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 10 day(s)
(33%)
11 day(s)
(37%)
12 day(s)
(38%)
Record precipitation in one day 54.2 mm
(2010)
67.1 mm
(2019)
52.8 mm
(2020)
Other weather data
Humidity 96% 94% 87%
Visibility 5.5 km 6.1 km 7.9 km
Cloud cover 69% 69% 60%
UV index 1 2 2
Daily sunshine 11h 14h 16h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 05h13 03h52 03h06
Sunset time 19h49 21h03 21h56
Day length 14h36 17h11 18h50
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather very bad weather
Activities and events

What to do in Hardangervidda National Park in May?

Possible activities in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Activities not recommended in May
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snow
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Hardangervidda National Park in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
2°C8°C2.3 mm
2
Light freezing rain
-1°C1°C1.8 mm1.2 cm
3
Light freezing rain
-1°C3°C1.5 mm1.4 cm
4
Partly Cloudy
-3°C3°C0.0 mm
5
Partly Cloudy
-4°C2°C0.0 mm
6
Partly Cloudy
-3°C6°C0.0 mm
7
Clear/Sunny
-1°C8°C0.0 mm
8
Partly Cloudy
2°C10°C0.0 mm
9
Cloudy
3°C9°C0.0 mm
10
Clear/Sunny
1°C12°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
4°C12°C0.0 mm
12
Partly Cloudy
5°C13°C0.0 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
4°C11°C0.0 mm
14
Clear/Sunny
3°C12°C0.0 mm
15
Clear/Sunny
3°C12°C0.0 mm
16
Clear/Sunny
5°C15°C0.0 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
6°C15°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
4°C13°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
6°C16°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
6°C16°C0.0 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
4°C8°C1.1 mm1.2 cm
22
Cloudy
-3°C2°C0.2 mm
23
Overcast
0°C4°C0.1 mm
24
Overcast
-1°C3°C0.0 mm
25
Light rain
3°C5°C6.7 mm1.6 cm
26
Moderate or heavy snow showers
1°C3°C2.0 mm9.1 cm
27
Heavy snow
0°C1°C6.0 mm13.7 cm
28
Moderate or heavy snow showers
-1°C3°C2.1 mm5.1 cm
29
Overcast
-1°C5°C1.6 mm2.2 cm
30
Mist
2°C5°C0.5 mm0.3 cm
31
Clear/Sunny
0°C9°C0.0 mm
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Where to go near Hardangervidda National Park in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Hardangervidda National Park 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 Hardangervidda National Park in May, which places this month 7th out of 12. A trip is still possible, but plan a flexible itinerary.

Expect an average of 5°C during the day and -1°C at night, with about 213 mm of precipitation spread over 11 rainy days.

Expect about 13.5 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

No activity stands out as ideal this month, but conditions remain acceptable for Hiking and trekking and Nature and landscapes.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 39/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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