Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Jan Mayen, during May is characterized by an average temperature of -4°C (25°F). Highs can soar to 2°C (37°F), while lows may dip to -12°C (10°F). Typically, the humidity level in Longyearbyen throughout May hovers around 94%.
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In May, Longyearbyen averages 35 mm (1.4 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 9 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 24 hours 0 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 15 hours 59 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Longyearbyen reaches a maximum of 3, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.
| 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 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | Low | ||||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||||