May · Iceland
Best time to visit Höfn in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Höfn in May
Average temperature 4°C, 138 mm of rain, about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 88% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.0/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 4°C
- Rainfall
- 138 mm
- Humidity
- 88%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Höfn scores 6.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 4°C, 138 mm of rain, and roughly 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Höfn sits under Vatnajökull’s ice tongues-langoustine harbour town and gateway to Jökulsárlón day trips. Best window: the short high-summer window when daylight peaks.
May in Höfn — middling scores, decent value
At 4°C (39°F) this is proper winter weather in May: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
138 mm of rain signals a properly wet month, with only about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine to count on — build indoor options into the schedule.
That is 6/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 6.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack insulated layers, a windproof shell, gloves and boots with grip, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Expect mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Höfn in May?
- In May, Höfn averages 4°C, 138 mm of rain, and about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Höfn?
- May earns a 6.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Höfn in May?
- Expect about 138 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 88% and there are about 19 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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