Arendal in May
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Mild: highs around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
7°CAvg low
10Rainy days (68 mm)
16:29 hDaylight
05:07Sunrise · 21:36 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±5.1 days)
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±5.1 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 3°C | -2°C | 103 mm | 14 | – | – | 3.8 |
| February | 3°C | -2°C | 76 mm | 11 | – | – | 4.3 |
| March | 6°C | -1°C | 69 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.0 |
| April | 11°C | 3°C | 59 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 15°C | 7°C | 68 mm | 10 | – | – | 6.7 |
| June | 19°C | 11°C | 80 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 22°C | 13°C | 75 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 20°C | 12°C | 102 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| September | 16°C | 9°C | 102 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.5 |
| October | 11°C | 5°C | 110 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.4 |
| November | 6°C | 2°C | 106 mm | 14 | – | – | 4.5 |
| December | 4°C | -1°C | 97 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Arendal in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 7°C.
When is the best time to visit Arendal?
The best months are July, June, August.