May weather forecast
Copper Center, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Copper Center, is a fresh month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 36.9°F (2.7°C) and an average high of 53.2°F (11.8°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Copper Center, in May, it is raining for 6.4 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Copper Center, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.1 days and collects up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Copper Center aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 9:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:08 am and sunset at 11:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.1h.

UV index

In Copper Center, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Precautions against solar damage are endorsed. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Copper Center in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Copper Center, records 53.2°F (11.8°C), while the low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Copper Center, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Copper Center, Alaska, in May, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Copper Center aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Copper Center have in May?

In Copper Center, Alaska, the average day length in May is 17h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Copper Center?

On the first day of May in Copper Center, sunrise is at 5:24 am and sunset at 9:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:08 am and sunset at 11:09 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Copper Center have in May?

In Copper Center, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Copper Center, AK

Average temperature in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Copper Center, AK

Average pressure in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September, October, November and December (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Copper Center, AK

Average wind speed in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Copper Center, AK

Average humidity in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in May
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Copper Center, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Copper Center, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Copper Center, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Copper Center, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Copper Center, AK

Average UV index in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Copper Center, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Copper Center, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Copper Center, AK

Average visibility in May - Copper Center, 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 and March (4mi).

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