May · Norway
Best time to visit Preikestolen in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Preikestolen in May
Average temperature 9°C, 111 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 80% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.5/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 9°C
- Rainfall
- 111 mm
- Humidity
- 80%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Preikestolen scores 7.5/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 9°C, 111 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Preikestolen (Pulpit Rock) is a sheer 604-meter cliff ledge above Lysefjord-one of Norway's most iconic day hikes. Best window: late spring through early autumn.
May in Preikestolen: strong conditions, 2nd of 12
Expect 9°C (48°F) in May. A good month for city streets, viewpoints and long meals; leave swimming for another season.
111 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 7.5/10 on the same scale — 2nd of 12 months, versus 8.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack a mid-weight jacket, long sleeves and shoes you can walk 15 km in, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella, footwear you can get muddy.
Budget for mid-season pricing, and crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Preikestolen in May?
- In May, Preikestolen averages 9°C, 111 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.5/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Preikestolen?
- May earns a 7.5/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Preikestolen in May?
- Expect about 111 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 80% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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