Spitsbergen (Longyearbyen)
May
Weather in Spitsbergen for May 2025
Your guide to Spitsbergen weather in May - trends and predictions
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The climate of Spitsbergen in May is quite snowy, averaging 13 snowy days.
According to Spitsbergen snow forecast for May 2025, 4 snowy days are expected in the next 2 weeks. The closest date with snow is Monday, 12 May.The forecast for the next days in Spitsbergen predicts temperatures to be around -1 °C, close to the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Spitsbergen at the beginning of May is -5 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of -0.4 °C by the end of May.
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Temperatures
17
Dry days
1
Rainy days
13
Snow days
-3°/-8°
Temperatures
13 km/h
Avg max wind
82 %
Avg humidity
Spitsbergen Weather May
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  -2° | 2   -6° | 3  -7° | 4 -6° | |||
| 5 -6° | 6 -5° | 7 -3° | 8 -1° | 9  2° | 10  2° | 11 2° |
| 12 3° | 13 2° | 14 2° | 15 2° | 16 -6° | 17 -5° | 18  -5° |
| 19  -5° | 20 -5° | 21  -7° | 22 -7° | 23  -2° | 24 -1° | 25  -3° |
| 26  -3° | 27 -3° | 28 1° | 29 2° | 30 1° | 31 2° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Spitsbergen
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| 1 May | Light snow showers | -2° /-8° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 2 May | Partly cloudy | -6° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 3 May | Sunny | -7° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 4 May | Sunny | -6° /-13° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 5 May | Sunny | -6° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 6 May | Sunny | -5° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 7 May | Sunny | -3° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 8 May | Sunny | -1° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 9 May | Fog | 2° /-3° | 0.5 mm | 0 cm | |
| 10 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 1.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /1° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| 12 May | Patchy rain possible | 3° /1° | 1.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| 14 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 1.9 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 15 May | Patchy rain possible | 2° /0° | 4.2 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 16 May | Light snow showers | -6° /-11° | 2.1 mm | 1.8 cm | |
| 17 May | Partly cloudy | -5° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 18 May | Light freezing rain | -5° /-12° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| 19 May | Overcast | -5° /-11° | 0.5 mm | 0.4 cm | |
| 20 May | Light freezing rain | -5° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 21 May | Cloudy | -7° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 22 May | Partly cloudy | -7° /-12° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 23 May | Heavy snow | -2° /-10° | 8.8 mm | 7.4 cm | |
| 24 May | Overcast | -1° /-8° | 0.6 mm | 0.5 cm | |
| 25 May | Moderate or heavy snow showers | -3° /-9° | 1.6 mm | 1.3 cm | |
| 26 May | Light snow | -3° /-7° | 1 mm | 0.8 cm | |
| 27 May | Overcast | -3° /-10° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| 28 May | Heavy snow | 1° /-3° | 5.6 mm | 1.4 cm | |
| 29 May | Fog | 2° /0° | 0.4 mm | 0 cm | |
| 30 May | Fog | 1° /-1° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| 31 May | Light rain shower | 2° /-1° | 1.1 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Spitsbergen 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 Spitsbergen forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Spitsbergen in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Spitsbergen during May?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -3° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in Spitsbergen during May?
In May, Spitsbergen can expect light to moderate rainfall, totaling 26 mm across approximately 1 days. Occasional showers are possible, and planning ahead for them could be helpful.
Will it snow in Spitsbergen in May 2025?
Spitsbergen experiences an average snowfall of 16.91 cm during May, occurring over 13 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in Spitsbergen during May?
The average wind speed in Spitsbergen during May is 13 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
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