MAY IN THE FAROE ISLANDS
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May in the Faroe Islands is simply beautiful! A delightful time to visit, as the art & cultural scene is bursting with exciting events. Locals roam the mountainside, poets get inspired, and musicians get ready to take centre stage - it is such a wonderful time right before the hectic summer season!
May is a magical time in the Faroes! Every year, the islands are draped in a mystical, airy fog, which comes and goes depending on wind and weather. You never know if you are going to wake up in thick greyness or bright sunshine. Often, you can take a short drive and find the sun around the corner.
TOP THINGS TO DO IN MAY
Wondering what to do in a place like the Faroe Islands in May? What to bring, how to prepare? Well first things first, pack light, bring your sunglasses and reusable water bottle - with some of the freshest water you can refill your water supply almost anywhere.
FAROESE WEATHER IN MAY
In May, the Faroe Islands experience a milder climate, with temperatures ranging from 5 to 15 degrees Celsius (41 to 60 degrees Fahrenheit). While occasional rain showers are common, the landscapes are bathed in a refreshing green, creating a stunning backdrop for your adventures. In May the Faroe Islands has the second-longest period of daylight with up to 18hrs, with sunrise at around 4.30 AM and sunset at 10.30 PM.
WHAT TO SEE & WHERE TO GO IN MAY
Here you'll find a small selection (helpful links) of activities, places, cafés, paths and shops to see when visiting the Faroe Islands during May.
MAY STAYs
Tent site Svínoy
Go camping in Svínoy
Norðoyggjar
Hotel Brandan
4-star Superior Hotel
Tórshavn
Heima í Stovu - boutique hotel
Heima í Stovu is a family run boutique hotel and 'heimablídni' in Hvalba
Suðuroy
Neysting
This is BátaBólið, a reinterpretation of the traditional Faroese fishing boat. In this alternative version, the ancient boat still occupies its original home, but it has now been transformed into a
Suðuroy
MAY EATs
Brell Café
One of the best places in Tórshavn to grab a coffee, either in Brell's cosy café in downtown or to go
Tórshavn
Føroya Bjór (Brewery)
This is a Faroese family brewery, which was founded in 1888
Norðoyggjar
Haps Burger & Steaks
HAPS serves gourmet burgers, steaks, snacks and milkshakes.
Tórshavn
Breyðvirkið
The bakery which specializes in selling handmade organic sourdough bread and pastries
Tórshavn
Suppugarðurin
Traditional Japanese Ramen and Beer Bar in the heart of Tórshavn
Tórshavn
Omaná
Café in SMS
Streymoy
MAY DOs
Faroe Islands Surf Guide
Your official guide to surfing in the Faroe Islands. FISG (est. 2019) is founded and managed by local pioneer surfers – Kali and Andras – who aim to provide safe surf guidance, tours, experience
Streymoy
Rent A Bike & Outdoor
Bike rental and guide tours.
Tórshavn
Vestmanna Bird Cliffs
The magnificent boat trips to the Vestmannabjørgini (Vestmanna bird cliffs) and caves are a popular excursion in the Faroe Islands
Streymoy
Berg Hestar (Horseriding)
Berg Hestar offer great horse riding tours in and around the capital, Tórshavn. The tours vary is difficulty and price range, and are only allowed for those who are seven years and older
Tórshavn
Beinisvørð
Located between the villages of Lopra and Sumba on the island of Suðuroy, this striking 470m sea cliff is the highest of its kind on the southernmost island and a popular destination for tourists
Suðuroy
Akraberg Lighthouse
The southernmost point of the Faroe Islands
Suðuroy
Grasagarður Playground
Playground in central Tórshavn
Streymoy
Norðradalsskarð
When standing on Norðadalsskarð, you will be greeted by the view over the village Norðradalur, its winding road and the island of Koltur.
Streymoy
