May · Norway
Best time to visit Geirangerfjord in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Geirangerfjord in May
Average temperature 0°C, 139 mm of rain, about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 92% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
5.0/10
Ranked #3 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 0°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 92%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 17
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Geirangerfjord scores 5.0/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#3). Expect around 0°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Geirangerfjord cuts deep between waterfalls and hairpin farms-cruise or Eagle Road viewpoints define the classic visit. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
May in Geirangerfjord — workable with trade-offs
At 0°C (33°F) this is proper winter weather in May: layer up and split the day between outdoor highlights and indoor stops.
139 mm of water-equivalent precipitation makes this a snowy month at resort level; what falls stays as snow, with about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 17.3 hours of daylight.
That is 5/10 on the same scale — 3rd of 12 months, versus 6/10 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 Geirangerfjord in May?
- In May, Geirangerfjord averages 0°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 5.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Geirangerfjord?
- May earns a 5.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Geirangerfjord in May?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 92% and there are about 17 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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