Gävle in May
6.7out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 15°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
15°CAvg high
4°CAvg low
9Rainy days (44 mm)
16:58 hDaylight
04:19Sunrise · 21:17 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 15°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy 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 (±3.8 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 | 0°C | -5°C | 33 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.0 |
| February | 0°C | -6°C | 28 mm | 7 | – | – | 4.1 |
| March | 4°C | -4°C | 28 mm | 8 | – | – | 4.8 |
| April | 9°C | 0°C | 33 mm | 7 | – | – | 5.9 |
| May | 15°C | 4°C | 44 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.7 |
| June | 19°C | 9°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| July | 22°C | 12°C | 68 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 21°C | 11°C | 72 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 16°C | 7°C | 45 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 9°C | 3°C | 55 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.8 |
| November | 4°C | 0°C | 46 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.7 |
| December | 1°C | -4°C | 42 mm | 10 | – | – | 4.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Gävle in May?
Daytime highs average 15°C and nights about 4°C.
When is the best time to visit Gävle?
The best months are July, August, June.