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Kalmar in May: Weather, Average temperature and Climate

Discover the weather for Kalmar in May and if it’s a good time to travel (based on historical data).
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May

Weather in Kalmar in May 2025

Good Weather
Mild
🌧️
Rainy
🌊
Cold water
Weather for Kalmar in May is typically good with an average maximum temperature of +57°F during the day, and approximately 10 sunny days monthly. Typically, there are about 13 rainy days with the total average precipitation that falls in May around 41 mm. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flights in one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
  • May is usually the driest month of the year in Kalmar

Average weather

☀️
+57°F
Avg. max. temperature
+25°F
Min.
+84°F
Max.
41 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
3 m/s
Avg. wind
10 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
13 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Kalmar has good weather in May.

Average temperature in Kalmar in May

Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Kalmar for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The expected average maximum temperature in May is +59°F with a maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +36°F.

The average maximum temperature goes up 57% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +52°F to +73°F.

Is Kalmar warm or cold in May?

Kalmar is typically mild in May.

Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +48°F to +57°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +36°F to +43°F.

Pack a light jacket as it will be warm in the day and cool in the evenings.

Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Kalmar:

Water temperature in Kalmar in May

Water in Kalmar in May is Cold. It varies from +39°F to +53°F, with an average of +46°F. The air temperature averaging +57°F is higher than the water temperature.

In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:

The warmest water temperatures in Kalmar are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +65°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +35°F.

Can you swim in Kalmar in May?

We would not recommend swimming in Kalmar in May, the water is very cold (+46°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
🦭
Cold
Below +61°F
🏄‍♂️
Fresh
61°F - 70°F
🏊
Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
👙
Warm
77°F - 82°F
🔥
Very warm
+82°C and up
You will need a full-body wetsuit, cap, gloves, a warm change of clothes, and a hot drink ready for after your swim.

Climate in Kalmar in May

Kalmar weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
AprilMayJune
Avg. temperature
+48°F+57°F+64°F
Min. temperature
+18°F+25°F+34°F
Max. temperature
+72°F+84°F+84°F
Rainfall
24 mm41 mm47 mm
Wind
4 m/s3 m/s3 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+39°F+46°F+58°F
Humidity
75%73%73%
Air pressure
1013 HPa1014 HPa1012 HPa
Sunny days
8109
Cloudy days
1086
Rainy days
101315
Snowy days
200

May often has better weather than April. It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +48°F to +57°F during the day. Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 24 mm to 41 mm. It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 73%. Winds are calmer in comparison to April, going down from 4 m/s to 3 m/s on average. The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 8 to 10.

June brings much the same weather, it remains good.

Wind

Wind speed in Kalmar in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data

The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 5 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.

The average wind speed in Kalmar is gradually decreasing during May, going from 4 m/s to 3 m/s over the course of the month.

Rain

Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Kalmar based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Total precipitation in May is about 16 mm, with a 13% chance of rain on a typical day. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 9 mm, which is considered light rain. Kalmar is amazing in May with as little as 4 rainy days on average, so plan adventures in the great outdoors.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Kalmar wettest month is July, where a typical day has a 48% chance of precipitation and 59 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 17% chance of precipitation and 13 mm of rainfall per day.

How was the weather last May in Kalmar?

This is the weather in Kalmar in May 2023:
1 May
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+52°F
2 May
☀️
+53°F
3 May
☀️
+55°F
4 May
☀️
+48°F
5 May
☀️
+43°F
6 May
☀️
+44°F
7 May
☀️
+51°F
8 May
☀️
+54°F
9 May
☀️
+58°F
10 May
☀️
+57°F
11 May
☀️
+59°F
12 May
☀️
+61°F
13 May
☀️
+63°F
14 May
☀️
+63°F
15 May
🌧️
+61°F
16 May
☁️
+59°F
17 May
☀️
+53°F
18 May
☀️
+56°F
19 May
☀️
+55°F
20 May
☀️
+58°F
21 May
☀️
+62°F
22 May
☀️
+64°F
23 May
☁️
+61°F
24 May
☀️
+67°F
25 May
☀️
+69°F
26 May
☀️
+64°F
27 May
☁️
+62°F
28 May
☀️
+65°F
29 May
☀️
+62°F
30 May
☀️
+60°F
31 May
☀️
+73°F
In May 2023 Kalmar had 27 sunny days, 3 cloudy days, and 1 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +59°F, with an absolute maximum of +73°F and a minimum of +43°F. The average humidity was 64%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 30%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 10 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
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Climate Change Over the Years

This is how Kalmar climate has changed over the last 43 years.

The climate in Kalmar in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.

The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+46°F) and the highest in 2020 (+56°F). The driest year was 2018 with only 315 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2023 with 641 mm.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about the weather in Kalmar in May:

Is May a good time to visit Kalmar?

May is a really good time to go to Kalmar. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Kalmar.

Can you sunbathe in Kalmar in May?

May has mild temperatures in Kalmar. Not ideal for sunbathing, but still good for daytime outdoor activities, but plan for cool evenings. Pack a light jacket and shorts!

Can you swim in Kalmar in May?

Swimming in Kalmar in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.

Is Kalmar rainy in May?

Kalmar is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.

Is it sunny in Kalmar in May?

The amount of sunny days in Kalmar during May varies; prepare for a mix of clouds and sun.

Other cities in Sweden

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Monthly weather in Kalmar

Source of the data

For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Kalmar, based on historical hourly weather data from January 1, 1979, to December 31, 2023.

For past dates, we show actual recorded data at the location at that time. Forecasts are based on recorded weather during that day of the year, averaged over the total years for which we have records (unless stated otherwise). The daily temperature is the highest recorded temperature in the shadow during that day.