May weather forecast
Chatanika, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Chatanika, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 59.4°F (15.2°C) and min 39.6°F (4.2°C).

Temperature

May brings with it a considerable temperature increase, with average high-temperatures rising from April's icy 38.1°F (3.4°C) to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout May, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Chatanika aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 74.3 snowfall days, and 24.49" (622mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 18h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 10:23 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 3:24 am and sunset at 12:10 am AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.6h.

UV index

In Chatanika, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 4 during May leads to these instructions:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Chatanika, in May, the average high-temperature is 59.4°F (15.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 39.6°F (4.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Chatanika, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Chatanika, Alaska, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Chatanika?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Chatanika. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Chatanika aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Chatanika have in May?

In May, the average day length is 18h and 57min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 10:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:24 am and sunset at 12:10 am AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Chatanika, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.6h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Chatanika, AK

Average temperature in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

Average pressure in May
Chatanika, AK

Average pressure in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Chatanika, AK

Average wind speed in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Chatanika, AK

Average humidity in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 57%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Chatanika, AK

Average rainfall in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in May
Chatanika, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Chatanika, AK

Average snowfall in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Chatanika, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chatanika, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chatanika, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Chatanika, AK

Average UV index in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Chatanika, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and November (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).

Average visibility in May
Chatanika, AK

Average visibility in May - Chatanika, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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