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Steinkjer in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

Do you want to visit Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer, Norway.

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Steinkjer in May 2027: weather, temperatures and activities

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Steinkjer in May in summary
Fair weather
Min 8°C Max 12°C 92 mm 7 day(s) 76% 53% 11°C 16.4 h/day 11.3 cm
Best activities in May
Hiking and trekkingNature and landscapes
Practical guidelines
Moderate crowds 03:00 21:23
Hourly weather

Average weather in Steinkjer in May 2027

Fair weather

The weather in Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer in May

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

Temperatures and rain in Steinkjer 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 Steinkjer in May

Seasonal normals

Seasonal normals of Steinkjer in May

Check the seasonal normals in Steinkjer 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 4.0°C 10.1°C 14.0°C
Maximum temperature 6.3°C 12.5°C 16.5°C
Minimum temperature 1.7°C 7.6°C 11.6°C
Record maximum temperature 19.0°C
(2009)
28.0°C
(2018)
30.0°C
(2020)
Record low temperature -8.0°C
(2012)
-3.0°C
(2017)
3.0°C
(2009)
Number of days at +30° 0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Number of days at +18° 1 day(s)
(3%)
6 day(s)
(19%)
12 day(s)
(40%)
Number of days below 0° 8 day(s)
(27%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
0 day(s)
(0%)
Sea temperature
Sea temperature (average) 5.9°C 8.4°C 11.9°C
Sea temperature (minimum) 4.4°C 6.1°C 8.7°C
Sea temperature (maximum) 7.3°C 10.7°C 14.8°C
Wind
Wind speed 14 km/h 14 km/h 13 km/h
Wind temperature -0.5°C 6.1°C 10.8°C
Precipitation (rain)
Precipitation 121.9 mm 91.8 mm 108.5 mm
Number of days with precipitation 19 day(s)
(63%)
18 day(s)
(58%)
17 day(s)
(57%)
Number of days with significant precipitation (greater than 5 mm) 9 day(s)
(28%)
7 day(s)
(22%)
7 day(s)
(23%)
Record precipitation in one day 46.4 mm
(2009)
23.4 mm
(2010)
51.5 mm
(2012)
Other weather data
Humidity 86% 76% 76%
Visibility 7.8 km 8.8 km 8.7 km
Cloud cover 60% 53% 56%
UV index 2 3 4
Daily sunshine 12h 16h 19h
Sunrise and sunset
Sunrise time 04h42 03h00 01h47
Sunset time 19h48 21h23 22h43
Day length 15h06 18h23 20h56
Our opinion on the climate in May
The review of Where And When very bad weather fair weather fair weather
Activities and events

What to do in Steinkjer in May?

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

What was the weather like in Steinkjer in May last?

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

Mon. Tue. Wed. Thu. Fri. Sat. Sun.
1
Patchy rain nearby
4°C12°C0.5 mm
2
Patchy rain nearby
5°C8°C4.2 mm
3
Patchy rain nearby
3°C5°C0.7 mm
4
Patchy rain nearby
3°C5°C0.5 mm
5
Patchy rain nearby
3°C5°C4.1 mm
6
Cloudy
3°C7°C0.2 mm
7
Partly Cloudy
3°C10°C0.0 mm
8
Patchy rain nearby
7°C8°C1.3 mm
9
Patchy rain nearby
7°C10°C1.1 mm
10
Partly Cloudy
9°C16°C0.0 mm
11
Clear/Sunny
9°C20°C0.0 mm
12
Cloudy
10°C15°C0.1 mm
13
Clear/Sunny
9°C12°C0.6 mm
14
Patchy rain nearby
5°C8°C0.7 mm
15
Patchy rain nearby
6°C10°C0.3 mm
16
Patchy rain nearby
7°C12°C0.5 mm
17
Clear/Sunny
6°C13°C0.0 mm
18
Clear/Sunny
5°C18°C0.0 mm
19
Clear/Sunny
7°C15°C0.0 mm
20
Clear/Sunny
8°C12°C0.3 mm
21
Patchy rain nearby
3°C9°C1.1 mm
22
Cloudy
5°C10°C0.2 mm
23
Overcast
5°C10°C1.6 mm
24
Patchy rain nearby
6°C8°C4.0 mm
25
Patchy rain nearby
9°C15°C0.1 mm
26
Patchy rain nearby
8°C10°C2.8 mm
27
Partly Cloudy
6°C18°C3.0 mm
28
Light rain shower
8°C11°C3.2 mm
29
Light rain shower
8°C13°C1.2 mm
30
Light rain shower
8°C11°C0.9 mm
31
Light rain shower
7°C11°C0.7 mm
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Frequently asked questions

Travel to to Steinkjer in May: your frequently asked questions

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

It's an average period, nothing special. Conditions are mediocre in Steinkjer in May, which ranks this month 3th out of 12. The choice of region will make a real difference.

Expect an average of 12°C during the day and 8°C at night, with about 92 mm of precipitation spread over 7 rainy days.

The sea is only 8°C on average in May. Swimming is still possible, but it will be cool.

Expect about 16.4 hours of sunshine per day on average for this month.

This month is particularly suited to these activities: Hiking and trekking and Nature and landscapes. 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 34/100. It is one of the quietest periods of the year.

If your dates are flexible, the most favorable months in Steinkjer are: July and August. Compare them before finalizing your departure.
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