Joensuu in May
6.3out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Cool: highs only around 12°C. Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days.
12°CAvg high
4°CAvg low
9Rainy days (49 mm)
17:28 hDaylight
04:13Sunrise · 21:41 Sunset
Why this score
- Cool: highs only around 12°C
- Frequent rain: about 9 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- A warm jacket
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.5 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 | -6°C | -11°C | 41 mm | 11 | – | – | 3.7 |
| February | -6°C | -11°C | 35 mm | 10 | – | – | 3.8 |
| March | -1°C | -7°C | 34 mm | 9 | – | – | 3.9 |
| April | 5°C | -2°C | 32 mm | 8 | – | – | 5.0 |
| May | 12°C | 4°C | 49 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.3 |
| June | 18°C | 10°C | 75 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| July | 20°C | 14°C | 85 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.1 |
| August | 18°C | 12°C | 82 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.7 |
| September | 13°C | 7°C | 68 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.0 |
| October | 6°C | 2°C | 62 mm | 13 | – | – | 4.7 |
| November | 0°C | -3°C | 55 mm | 12 | – | – | 3.7 |
| December | -3°C | -7°C | 53 mm | 13 | – | – | 3.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Joensuu in May?
Daytime highs average 12°C and nights about 4°C.
When is the best time to visit Joensuu?
The best months are July, June, August.