Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
As May arrives, a noticeable rise in the average high-temperature is witnessed, moving from a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C) in April to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). Arctic Village's average low-temperature during May nights is observed to be a subzero cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout May, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Arctic Village, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.6 days and collects up to 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Arctic Village, during May, snow falls for 8.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Arctic Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.1 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 40min.Sunshine
In Arctic Village, the average sunshine in May is 6.6h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 3 translates into the following recommendations:
Prioritize safety - Suggestions to prevent sun damage are offered. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Is May cold?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
How much does it snow in May?
How many hours of daylight does Arctic Village have in May?
How long on average sun shines in May?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).
Average pressure in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average humidity in May: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (4.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are April, September and October (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average visibility in May: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).
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