May Weather in Kiruna

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Kiruna, Sweden, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 4°C (39°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (62°F), while lows may dip to -7°C (19°F). Typically, the humidity level in Kiruna throughout May hovers around 84%.

-7°C (19°F)

Minimum temperature

4°C (39°F)

Average temperature

16°C (62°F)

Maximum temperature

84%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Kiruna averages 54 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 20 hours 48 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 14 hours 16 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 20% probability of sunny days during this period.

54 mm (2.1 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

14 hours 16 minutes

Sunshine hours

20%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Kiruna reaches a maximum of 4, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 10:00 and 12:00, 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	2	2	3	4	4	4	4	4	3	3	2	2	1
Exposure	Low		Moderate								Low
Time to burn	45 min		30 min								45 min