What is the weather like in Malmö in May?

Expect temperatures between 8°C and 15°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Malmö in May?

Malmö in May scores 66/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Great time to visit - recommended.

Who should visit Malmö in May?

May in Malmö is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Malmö Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

15°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

8°C

Coolest around day 3

Rainy Days

3days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Sea Temperature in May

Coastal Waters(Ocean)

12°C

Monthly Average

Water Feel

🥶Polar Plunge

Consider a wetsuit for extended swimming

Swim Rating

❄️Cold water hazard

Based on average sea surface temperature

Body of Water

Coastal Waters

Ocean

Malmö coastline

Essential Travel Info for Malmö

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Currency

SEK

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Language

Swedish

Driving

Right side

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Safety

High Safety

GPI: 1.564

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Remote

6/ 100

Traffic Index

Off the beaten path

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Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Hepatitis A

Consider hepatitis A vaccination for most travelers. It is recommended for travelers who will be doing higher risk activities, such as visiting smaller cities, villages, or rural areas where a traveler might get infected through food or water. It is recommended for travelers who plan on eating street food.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers younger than 60 years old traveling to Sweden. Unvaccinated travelers 60 years and older may get vaccinated before traveling to Sweden.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

Rabies

Dogs infected with rabies are not commonly found in Sweden.If rabies exposures occur while in Sweden, rabies vaccines are typically available throughout most of the country.Rabies pre-exposure vaccination considerations include whether travelers 1) will be performing occupational or recreational activities that increase risk for exposure to potentially rabid animals and 2) might have difficulty getting prompt access to safe post-exposure prophylaxis.Please consult with a healthcare provider to determine whether you should receive pre-exposure vaccination before travel.For more information, seecountry rabies status assessments.

Tick-borne Encephalitis

For travelers moving or traveling toTBE-endemic areasTBE vaccineis recommended for persons who will haveextensiveexposure to ticks based on their planned outdoor activities and itinerary.TBE vaccine may be considered for persons who might engage in outdoor activities in areas ticks are likely to be found.

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Malmö?

👍Great time to visit - recommended(66/100)

Short Answer

Don't expect beach weather in Malmö's May: 12°C cold seas despite 15°C air temps. Coastal scenery remains beautiful, just pack warm layers.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Cold sea - swimming challenging

12°C sea temperature - Polar Plunge

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Hantavirus, Tuberculosis (TB)

Plenty of sunshine

11.8h of sunshine daily

Calm, family-friendly seas

0.39m wave height - Lake-like

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

60% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 15.4°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 15.4°C, 19% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 87/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Beach lovers
Sea temperature only 12°C - too cold for comfortable swimming

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Malmö in May averages 15°C with 19% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Malmö in May

What are the temperatures in Malmö in May?

Daytime highs average 15°C, nights drop to 8°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Malmö in May?

Expect around 3 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Malmö in May?

Layers are key. A medium-weight jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Is May peak season in Malmö?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Malmö Weather in May