Lapland in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
Weather in Lapland in may 2025
Below, check out the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Lapland. These forecasts are probabilities for the month of may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the possibility of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Rovaniemi
bad weather 158.5cm
Weather at 6am
43°F
Clear/Sunny
25% of time
21%
20%
12%
Weather at 12pm
50°F
Partly Cloudy
20% of time
20%
19%
17%
Weather at 6pm
47°F
Partly Cloudy
23% of time
18%
16%
14%
Weather at 3am
41°F
24%
23%
15%
13%
Where to go in Lapland in may?
Where to go in Lapland in may: destination map
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Where should you go in Lapland in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Lapland in may ranges from bad to very bad depending on the region and city.
This month is not the best month to visit Lapland. The climate in Piteå, Arvidsjaur, Salla, Robertsfors, Rovaniemi, Lycksele, Tornio, Kemi, Oulanka National Park, Kittilä, Storuman, Umeå, Skellefteå, Ranua and Ylitornio is bad. It's cold, the sun is not there all the time and you take the risk of being you soak in the rain very frequently.
It's worse around the cities of Piteå, Arvidsjaur, Salla, Robertsfors, Rovaniemi, Lycksele, Tornio, Kemi, Oulanka National Park, Kittilä, Storuman, Umeå, Skellefteå, Ranua and Ylitornio and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is not recommended to travel to these areas in may.
Climate in Lapland in may
Climate in Rovaniemi in may
In may, maximum temperature is 52°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 47°F). The climate is rather cool in that locality in may, but it is bearable by dressing hot. With 3.3in over 6 days, rain may occur throughout your trip. But this is rather reasonably and you will not be too bothered by it.
With an unfavorable weather, may is not the best time to go in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 47°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 52°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (18%) | ||
| Humidity | 79% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 18 | ||
| Cloud cover | 60% | ||
| Length of day | 19:28 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Enontekiö in may
In may, maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 36°F (for an average temperature of 38°F). The climate is rather cold around this city in may. Plan a sweater! With 3.4in over 5 days, you risk getting wet slightly during your stay. But this is pretty moderate and you will not be too bothered by it.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 38°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (17%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 66% | ||
| Length of day | 20:43 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Ivalo in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 45°F and minimum temperature is 38°F (for an average temperature of 41°F). The climate is rather cold here in may. Do not forget to take with you warm clothes! With 3.3in over 5 days, you will experience some showers during your holidays. But this is pretty reasonably and it will not be continuous.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 38°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (16%) | ||
| Humidity | 85% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 66% | ||
| Length of day | 20:58 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Alta in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Alta is 40°F (maximum temperature is 41°F and minimum temperature is 36°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in this location in this month. Plan to cover you well! With 2.6in over 4 days, you risk getting wet slightly throughout your journey. But this is pretty reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 40°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 41°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 43°F | ||
| Rainfall | 2.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 4 day(s) (11%) | ||
| Humidity | 89% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 8 | ||
| Cloud cover | 63% | ||
| Length of day | 01:13 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
Climate in Inari (Lake Inari) in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Inari (Lake Inari) is 41°F (maximum temperature is 47°F and minimum temperature is 36°F). The climate is quite more than very fresh in this location in may. Bring warm clothes! With 3in over 5 days, rainfall can happen for your journey. But this is pretty moderate and it will not be continuous.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 41°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 36°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 5 day(s) (15%) | ||
| Humidity | 87% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 12 | ||
| Cloud cover | 66% | ||
| Length of day | 21:21 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | very bad |
All cities in Lapland in may
| Rovaniemi in may | bad weather |
| Enontekiö in may | very bad weather |
| Ivalo in may | very bad weather |
| Alta in may | very bad weather |
| Inari (Lake Inari) in may | very bad weather |
| Kemi in may | bad weather |
| Lulea in may | bad weather |
| Oulanka National Park in may | bad weather |
| Saariselkä in may | very bad weather |
| Tromso in may | very bad weather |
| Abisko in may | very bad weather |
| Lyngen Alps (Lyngsalpan) in may | very bad weather |
| Honningsvåg in may | very bad weather |
| Kilpisjärvi in may | very bad weather |
| Kirkenes in may | very bad weather |
| Kiruna in may | very bad weather |
| Kittilä in may | very bad weather |
| Lemmenjoki National park (Lemmenjoen kansallispuisto) in may | very bad weather |
| Padjelanta nationalpark in may | very bad weather |
| Pajala in may | bad weather |
| Pallas-Yllästunturin national park (Pallas-Yllästunturin kansallispuisto) in may | very bad weather |
| Ranua in may | bad weather |
Weather data for Lapland in may:
Weather data for Lapland in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Lapland. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Lapland can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Lapland.