Are you considering a trip to Malmo in May? Well, the weather is usually on your side with an average maximum temperature of +61°F and about 5 sunny days. Just keep in mind that there may be some rain, with an average of 15 rainy days and 48 mm of precipitation. Expect good weather and pack accordingly to enjoy the outdoors. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Malmo
Average weather
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+61°F
Avg. max. temperature
+30°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
48 mm
Total precipitation
73%
Avg. humidity
4 m/s
Avg. wind
5 ☀️
Sunny Days
11 ⛅️
Cloudy
15 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Malmo has good weather in May.
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Average temperature in Malmo in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Malmo for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The temperature in May is +63°F on average, with a range between a maximum of +72°F during the day and a minimum of +34°F at night.
The average maximum temperature goes up 33% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +57°F to +70°F.
Is Malmo warm or cold in May?
Malmo is typically mild in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +52°F to +61°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +37°F to +45°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 Malmo:
Water temperature in Malmo in May
Water in Malmo in May is Cold. It varies from +45°F to +56°F, with an average of +50°F.The air temperature averaging +61°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 Malmo are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +64°F. The coldest water temperatures are in February, with an average of +36°F.
Can you swim in Malmo in May?
We would not recommend swimming in Malmo in May, the water is very cold (+50°F on average). Consider swimming only if you are an experienced cold-water swimmer with proper gear.
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Cold
Below +61°F
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Fresh
61°F - 70°F
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Comfortable
70°F - 77°F
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Warm
77°F - 82°F
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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 Malmo in May
Malmo weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+52°F
+61°F
+66°F
Min. temperature
+21°F
+30°F
+39°F
Max. temperature
+77°F
+82°F
+86°F
Rainfall
39 mm
48 mm
68 mm
Wind
4 m/s
4 m/s
4 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+42°F
+50°F
+59°F
Humidity
75%
73%
74%
Air pressure
1013 HPa
1014 HPa
1013 HPa
Sunny days
4
5
4
Cloudy days
11
11
9
Rainy days
13
15
17
Snowy days
1
0
0
May often has better weather than April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +52°F to +61°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 39 mm to 48 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 75% to 73%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 4 m/s.The good news is there are likely to be more sunny days in May, from 4 to 5.
June brings much the same weather, it remains good.
Wind speed in Malmo in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 3 m/s getting up to 6 m/s which is a medium breeze. You can feel it, especially getting out of the water.
The average wind speed in Malmo is gradually decreasing during May, going from 3 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Malmo based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
A chance of rain on a typical day in May stands at 6%, leading to total precipitation of around 5 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 2 mm, which is considered light rain.Malmo is amazing in May with as little as 2 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:
Malmo wettest month is August, where a typical day has a 61% chance of precipitation and 82 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 24% chance of precipitation and 29 mm of rainfall per day.
How was the weather last May in Malmo?
This is the weather in Malmo in May 2023:
1 May
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+57°F
2 May
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+55°F
3 May
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+57°F
4 May
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+58°F
5 May
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+50°F
6 May
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+50°F
7 May
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+57°F
8 May
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+59°F
9 May
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+61°F
10 May
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+64°F
11 May
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+65°F
12 May
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+68°F
13 May
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+70°F
14 May
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+69°F
15 May
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+69°F
16 May
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+58°F
17 May
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+54°F
18 May
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+57°F
19 May
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+60°F
20 May
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+62°F
21 May
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+72°F
22 May
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+71°F
23 May
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+59°F
24 May
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+67°F
25 May
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+62°F
26 May
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+62°F
27 May
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+65°F
28 May
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+65°F
29 May
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+65°F
30 May
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+68°F
31 May
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+69°F
In May 2023 Malmo had 13 sunny days, 18 cloudy days, and 0 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +63°F, with an absolute maximum of +72°F and a minimum of +50°F. The average humidity was 65%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 30%. The average wind speed was 3 m/s, with a maximum of 9 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Malmo climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Malmo in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1987 (+49°F) and the highest in 2020 (+56°F). The driest year was 1996 with only 369 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 2014 with 1052 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Malmo in May:
Is May a good time to visit Malmo?
May is a really good time to go to Malmo. The weather is nice so plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring. Check out other good time to visit Malmo.
Can you sunbathe in Malmo in May?
May has mild temperatures in Malmo. 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 Malmo in May?
Swimming in Malmo in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Malmo rainy in May?
Malmo is usually dry in May. Plan your packing around outdoor activities and exploring.
Is it sunny in Malmo in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Malmo in May, often it’s pretty cloudy. Pack for any eventuality; layering can help reduce the number of bulky items needed.
For this page, we’ve looked at the typical weather in Malmo, 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.
