May is a popular month to ask about Yttersand Beach because conditions can shift week to week along this coast. Expect the water near 18.0°C, with daily variation from wind, tides and recent storms. We refresh the live value from Open-Meteo Marine every hour, so the headline above always reflects the current state of the Norwegian Sea.
Yttersand Beach sea temperature in May — averages 18.0°C
The sea at Yttersand Beach in Norway averages 18.0°C during May, based on long-run climatology for the Norwegian Sea. Use the live reading below for today's actual water and the monthly grid to compare with the rest of the year.
Average sea · May
18.0°C
mild · Good
Live water now
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Recommended wetsuit
3/2mm fullsuit
At 18.0°C a 3/2mm fullsuit is the standard wetsuit for surfing and watersports.
Monthly comparison
Yes, but expect a fresh dip · Yttersand Beach
Can you swim at Yttersand Beach in July? — 25.0°C water25.0°CCan you swim at Yttersand Beach in August? — 26.0°C water26.0°CCan you swim at Yttersand Beach in September? — 24.0°C water24.0°CCan you swim at Yttersand Beach in October? — 21.0°C water21.0°CCan you swim at Yttersand Beach in November? — 18.0°C water18.0°CCan you swim at Yttersand Beach in December? — 16.0°C water16.0°C
Frequently asked questions
What is the average sea temperature at Yttersand Beach in May?
Yttersand Beach averages 18.0°C in May, based on long-run climatology for the Norwegian Sea.
Is the sea warm enough to swim at Yttersand Beach in May?
It is swimmable but fresh; confident swimmers will be fine without a wetsuit.
Do I need a wetsuit at Yttersand Beach in May?
A 2 mm shorty is comfortable for sessions over 30 minutes.