Weather in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Mai
Country-wide climate normals across 5 cities in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen.
How Hot Is Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Mai?
Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's small footprint means the cold is consistent: May averages -2°C, with Longyearbyen representative.
Sunshine in Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in Mai
Dark, overcast days dominate Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in May — Longyearbyen sees just 2.9h of sun a day, and the pattern is similar across most regions. Cloud cover is heavy and persistent, with even the brighter regions struggling to escape the gloom for long.
Does It Rain In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Mai?
Most regions of Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen stay dry in May — Longyearbyen averages 31mm across 9 days, with even less rainfall in arid regions. Showers come and go, but long dry stretches between them dominate the calendar. Coastal regions may see slightly more than the inland average, but the overall pattern is reliably dry.
Is Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen Humid In Mai?
Saturated air defines Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's May: humidity at 84% in Longyearbyen, with the country as a whole feeling muggy and oppressive. The air practically drips after rain, and even shaded outdoor areas feel warm and clammy. Plan indoor time during the most humid afternoon hours.
Wind In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Mai
Gentle steady winds define Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen's May: Longyearbyen averages 12 kph, with conditions consistent across most regions. The breeze keeps warm days bearable without being a nuisance.
Does It Snow In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Mai?
Light snow occasionally falls across Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in May — averaging 2.2 days in Longyearbyen, with higher elevations seeing more. Coastal and southern regions may see none at all, while inland and mountain areas catch most of the snow. The pattern is brief and patchy rather than sustained.
Cloud Cover In Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen In Mai
Cloudy skies dominate Spitzbergen und Jan Mayen in May — 70% cover in Longyearbyen, with similar overcast conditions in most regions. Direct sun is patchy and broken; expect grey stretches between brief bright moments. Coastal areas may be heavier than inland.