The climate of Lofoten in May is humid. An average of 63 mm precipitation is recorded over 17 days. The situation is drier than the previous month: in April, the average recorded is 77 mm over 20 days.
Temperatures are cold in Lofoten in May: expect warm clothing. The average maximum temperature reaches 7°C, while the minimum falls to about 6°C. The month's average temperature is 7°C. These normals should be compared with the records recorded in Lofoten in May: 14°C as a maximum in 2013 and -3°C as a minimum in 2021.
In May, the days last on average 20:29 in Lofoten. The sun rises around 01:51 and sets around 22:20.
With very unfavorable weather, the month of May is generally not recommended for traveling to Lofoten in Norway.
In May, the most favorable activities in Lofoten are: Nature and landscapes.
Some activities remain possible even if conditions are not optimal: Beach and swimming, Hiking and trekking, Animal observation and Boat trip and cruise.
By contrast, these activities are not recommended or are ill-suited in Lofoten in May: Northern or Southern Lights and Winter sports and snow.
