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Harstad in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Harstad 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 Harstad, Norway.

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Harstad in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Harstad in May in summary
Very bad weather
Min 4°C Max 7°C 105 mm 8 day(s) 83% 55% 9°C 12.4 h/day 19.6 cm
Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritage
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 01:20 22:27
Hourly weather

Average weather in Harstad in May 2027

Very bad weather

The weather in Harstad 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 Harstad in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Harstad 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 Harstad in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Harstad in May

Check the seasonal normals in Harstad 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 1.5°C 5.5°C 9.6°C
Maximum temperature 2.6°C 6.6°C 10.7°C
Minimum temperature 0.4°C 4.4°C 8.6°C
Record maximum temperature 11.0°C
(2019)
17.0°C
(2013)
20.0°C
(2016)
Record low temperature -9.0°C
(2009)
-9.0°C
(2010)
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%)
1 day(s)
(3%)
Number of days below 0° 13 day(s)
(43%)
2 day(s)
(6%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 4.5°C 6.4°C 9.5°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 3.3°C 3.6°C 7.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 5.4°C 9.1°C 11.4°C
Wind
Wind speed 18 km/h 17 km/h 17 km/h
Wind temperature -3.4°C 1.6°C 6.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 152.4 mm 104.7 mm 133.1 mm
Number of days with precipitation 21 day(s)
(70%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
19 day(s)
(63%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 11 day(s)
(36%)
8 day(s)
(24%)
10 day(s)
(32%)
Record precipitation in one day 45.8 mm
(2020)
34.2 mm
(2019)
35.2 mm
(2018)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 83% 80%
Visibility 7.5 km 8.5 km 8.8 km
Cloud cover 62% 55% 59%
UV index 1 2 3
Daily sunshine 12h 12h 0h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 03h57 01h20 — —
Sunset time 19h53 22h27 — —
Day length 15h56 21h07 — —
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather very bad weather adverse weather
Activities and events

What to do in Harstad in May?

Best activities in May
Cultural visits and heritage
Possible activities in May
Beach and swimmingNature and landscapesBoat trip and cruise
Activities not recommended in May
Northern or Southern LightsWinter sports and snowAnimal observation
Observed weather

What was the weather like in Harstad in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Cloudy
1°C7°C0.6 mm0.4 cm
2
Patchy rain nearby
3°C7°C1.8 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
0°C1°C1.2 mm2.9 cm
4
Cloudy
0°C1°C3.8 mm7.2 cm
5
Overcast
0°C3°C1.2 mm1.7 cm
6
Cloudy
2°C3°C0.0 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
2°C4°C0.0 mm
8
Cloudy
2°C8°C0.0 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C1.8 mm
10
Overcast
6°C10°C0.1 mm
11
Partly Cloudy
8°C14°C0.0 mm
12
Patchy rain nearby
5°C7°C2.7 mm
13
Moderate or heavy rain shower
2°C5°C4.3 mm
14
Cloudy
5°C6°C0.2 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
5°C6°C0.2 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
4°C7°C0.2 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
4°C8°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
5°C10°C0.0 mm
19
Overcast
6°C10°C0.0 mm
20
Overcast
3°C4°C1.1 mm
21
Partly Cloudy
3°C6°C0.0 mm
22
Clear/Sunny
5°C7°C0.0 mm
23
Clear/Sunny
6°C10°C0.0 mm
24
Clear/Sunny
9°C13°C0.0 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
9°C11°C0.1 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
10°C12°C0.8 mm
27
Patchy rain nearby
7°C9°C4.3 mm
28
Partly Cloudy
8°C11°C0.0 mm
29
Patchy rain nearby
9°C11°C0.6 mm
30
Clear/Sunny
9°C11°C0.0 mm
31
Patchy rain nearby
3°C6°C0.4 mm
Nearby

Where to go near Harstad in May?

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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Harstad 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 Harstad 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 4°C at night, with about 105 mm of precipitation spread over 8 rainy days.

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

Expect about 12.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Cultural visits and heritage. These are the ones for which the conditions on site are most favourable.

No: this month is in Moderate crowds, with a visitor index of 24/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.
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