If you plan to visit Narvik in May, the weather is typically alright, with an average high temperature of +50°F during the day and approximately 3 sunny days. Expect some rainy, though, as there are typically 18 rainy days in the month and around 99 mm of precipitation. The weather is changeable so you may have to pack for every eventuality. Search flightsin one click on Avionero.
Good to know:
May is usually the driest month of the year in Narvik
Average weather
☀️
+50°F
Avg. max. temperature
+14°F
Min.
+82°F
Max.
99 mm
Total precipitation
71%
Avg. humidity
2 m/s
Avg. wind
3 ☀️
Sunny Days
8 ⛅️
Cloudy
18 🌦
Rainy
Our opinion: Narvik has OK weather in May.
Average temperature in Narvik in May
Here are the expected maximum, average and minimum temperatures in Narvik for May based on the historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Going from a maximum of +63°F during the day to a minimum of +28°F during the night, the temperature in May averages around +50°F.
The average maximum temperature goes down 5% by the end of the month, compared with the beginning of the month, from +46°F to +45°F.
Is Narvik warm or cold in May?
Narvik is typically chill in May.
Maximum temperatures go up compared to the previous month from +41°F to +50°F. The minimum temperature also goes up from +30°F to +39°F.
Pack a jumper and a jacket as there will be cooler temperatures.
Take a look at how May is compared to other months in Narvik:
Water temperature in Narvik in May
Water in Narvik in May is Cold. It varies from +38°F to +48°F, with an average of +43°F.This is almost similar to the air temperature, which averages +50°F.
In May, water temperatures are average relative to the rest of the year:
The warmest water temperatures in Narvik are reached in August, when the average sea temperature rises to +54°F. The coldest water temperatures are in March, with an average of +39°F.
Can you swim in Narvik in May?
We would not recommend swimming in Narvik in May, the water is very cold (+43°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 Narvik in May
Narvik weather looks like this, on average, in May and the surrounding months.
April
May
June
Avg. temperature
+41°F
+50°F
+59°F
Min. temperature
+5°F
+14°F
+34°F
Max. temperature
+68°F
+82°F
+88°F
Rainfall
72 mm
99 mm
115 mm
Wind
2 m/s
2 m/s
1 m/s
Avg. water temperature
+40°F
+43°F
+49°F
Humidity
72%
71%
74%
Air pressure
1011 HPa
1013 HPa
1011 HPa
Sunny days
3
3
2
Cloudy days
7
8
7
Rainy days
9
18
21
Snowy days
11
3
0
May weather is still as ok as in April.It’s getting warmer as May arrives. The average maximum temperature goes up from +41°F to +50°F during the day.Prepare for more rain. Average rainfall goes from 72 mm to 99 mm.It feels drier, as humidity decreases from 72% to 71%.The average wind speed doesn’t change much during May, staying around 2 m/s.The amount of sunny days stay about the same, averaging 3 sunny days during the month.
Wind speed in Narvik in May based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
The average wind speed is 1 m/s getting up to 3 m/s which is a light breeze; barely moving the tree leaves.
The average wind speed in Narvik is gradually increasing during May, going from 1 m/s to 2 m/s over the course of the month.
Rain
Amount of rainfall in mm during May in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 84% chance of rain on an average day in May, with total rainfall of approximately 155 mm. The maximum amount of rainfall per day is around 19 mm, which is considered light rain.May is a pretty wet month with over 26 rainy days, so don’t forget to pack an umbrella, raincoat, and a pair of wellies.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of precipitation, total mm:
Narvik wettest month is September, where a typical day has a 70% chance of precipitation and 148 mm of rainfall per day. February, on the other hand, is the driest month with a mere 7% chance of precipitation and 64 mm of rainfall per day.
Snow
Amount of snow in mm during May in Narvik based on historical data.
Last Year
Historical Data
Typically, there is a 3% chance of snow on an average day in May, with a total monthly snowfall of approximately 5 mm.
Here’s how May is compared with other months in the amount of snow, total mm:
How was the weather last May in Narvik?
This is the weather in Narvik in May 2023:
1 May
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+46°F
2 May
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+40°F
3 May
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+38°F
4 May
☁️
+41°F
5 May
🌧️
+43°F
6 May
☁️
+46°F
7 May
☁️
+49°F
8 May
🌧️
+50°F
9 May
☁️
+55°F
10 May
☁️
+53°F
11 May
🌧️
+52°F
12 May
🌧️
+50°F
13 May
☁️
+50°F
14 May
☁️
+58°F
15 May
☀️
+63°F
16 May
🌧️
+53°F
17 May
🌧️
+48°F
18 May
🌧️
+44°F
19 May
🌧️
+54°F
20 May
🌧️
+53°F
21 May
🌧️
+58°F
22 May
☀️
+63°F
23 May
🌧️
+59°F
24 May
🌧️
+52°F
25 May
🌧️
+43°F
26 May
🌧️
+42°F
27 May
🌧️
+47°F
28 May
🌧️
+54°F
29 May
🌧️
+48°F
30 May
🌧️
+47°F
31 May
🌧️
+45°F
In May 2023 Narvik had 2 sunny days, 9 cloudy days, and 19 rainy days. The average maximum temperature was +50°F, with an absolute maximum of +63°F and a minimum of +37°F. The average humidity was 77%, with a maximum of 100% and a minimum of 39%. The average wind speed was 1 m/s, with a maximum of 4 m/s and a minimum of 0 m/s.
Are you planning a trip in May?
Climate Change Over the Years
This is how Narvik climate has changed over the last 43 years.
The climate in Narvik in May has not changed that much over the last 43 years.
The average temperature was the lowest in 1981 (+42°F) and the highest in 1990 (+47°F). The driest year was 1980 with only 664 mm of rainfall, and the wettest year was 1989 with 1620 mm.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about the weather in Narvik in May:
Is May a good time to visit Narvik?
It’s always a good time to visit Narvik, but the weather is changeable in May, so plan a mix of indoor and outdoor activities and exploring, and pack for every eventuality.
Can you sunbathe in Narvik in May?
Not really, May is not the best time to sunbathe, unless you visit a local solarium.
Can you swim in Narvik in May?
Swimming in Narvik in May is challenging and not recommended for inexperienced swimmers or without proper equipment and preparation.
Is Narvik rainy in May?
Narvik is often rainy in May. You may get a bit damp when outside, so pack an umbrella, and maybe even a raincoat.
Is it sunny in Narvik in May?
Usually, it’s not very sunny in Narvik 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 Narvik, 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.
