May Weather in Torshavn

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Torshavn, Faroe Islands, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 7°C (44°F). Highs can soar to 10°C (50°F), while lows may dip to 3°C (37°F). Typically, the humidity level in Torshavn throughout May hovers around 84%.

3°C (37°F)

Minimum temperature

7°C (44°F)

Average temperature

10°C (50°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Torshavn averages 56 mm (2.2 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 17 hours 47 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 9 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 26% probability of sunny days during this period.

56 mm (2.2 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

12 hours 9 minutes

Sunshine hours

26%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Torshavn reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 13:00 and 15:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 1 2 3 4 4 5 5 4 3 3 2 1
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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