Lapland (Rovaniemi)
May
Weather in Lapland for May 2027
Your guide to Lapland weather in May - trends and predictions
With an average of 4 snowy days, Lapland usually enjoys a light touch of snow in May.
In general, the average temperature in Lapland at the beginning of May is 3.9 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 14.1 °C by the end of May.
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19
Dry days
8
Rainy days
4
Snow days
10°/2°
Temperatures
16 km/h
Avg max wind
72 %
Avg humidity
Lapland Weather May
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What’s the Weather Like in Lapland This May?
Discover the average temperatures and weather trends across Lapland’s cities this May.
Temperatures trend during May in Lapland
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May weather in Lapland day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Light freezing rain | 5° /-2° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 2 May |  Patchy rain possible | 6° /-1° | 0.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-2° | 2.1 mm | 0.7 cm | |
| 4 May |  Overcast | 3° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 5 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /-3° | 1.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 4° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| 7 May |  Light snow | 3° /-2° | 1.7 mm | 0.6 cm | |
| 8 May | Light freezing rain | 5° /-3° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 May | Patchy rain possible | 7° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 10 May | Patchy rain possible | 8° /1° | 0.8 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 11 May |  Light rain | 7° /1° | 3.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May | Overcast | 9° /0° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Overcast | 12° /2° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 11° /3° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 15 May |  Partly cloudy | 12° /3° | 0.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 16 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /4° | 2.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 17 May | Light rain | 12° /5° | 7.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 1.8 mm | 0 cm | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 13° /4° | 3.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 20 May | Light rain | 12° /4° | 4.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| 21 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 11° /4° | 5.2 mm | 2.1 cm | |
| 22 May | Patchy rain possible | 13° /4° | 2.2 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 23 May | Patchy rain possible | 14° /5° | 1.7 mm | 0 cm | |
| 24 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /6° | 2.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 25 May | Patchy rain possible | 12° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 26 May | Overcast | 14° /5° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 27 May | Overcast | 13° /5° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Light rain | 12° /5° | 3.4 mm | 0.9 cm | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 15° /5° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May | Overcast | 18° /6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Light rain | 16° /9° | 3.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Lapland in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Lapland forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Lapland in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Lapland during May?
Prepare for cooler days with highs just around 10° and colder nights, dipping below 2°.
How much rainfall should be expected in Lapland during May?
Moderate rainfall is anticipated in Lapland during May, with a total of 55.3 mm spread over approximately 8 days. Considering plans for rainy days is advisable.
Will it snow in Lapland in May 2027?
Lapland experiences an average snowfall of 6.1 cm during May, occurring over 4 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Lapland during May?
The average wind speed in Lapland during May is 16 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
Lapland snow forecast May 2027
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On average, Lapland sees 4 snowy days during May, with approximately 6.1 cm of total snowfall.
May rainfall patterns in Lapland
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Typically, Lapland has 8 rainy days in May with a total of 55.3 mm of rainfall.
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