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 sea temperature 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
With the onset of May, Cordova's weather sees a minor temperature rise, transitioning from a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C) in April to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Cordova records a slight downturn to an average a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C) during the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 79%.Rainfall
In Cordova, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation. In Cordova, during the entire year, the rain falls for 191.3 days and collects up to 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Cordova aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 74.57" (1894mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 46.9°F (8.3°C).Note: Swimming at temperatures less than 50°F (10°C) in 46.9°F (8.3°C) is feasible with the right swimsuit; if not, expect cold shock and breathlessness. A quick swim at 55.4°F (13°C) without adequate warmth can be discomforting.
Daylight
In Cordova, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 22min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 9:45 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:26 am and sunset at 10:55 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 3 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - It is urged to ward off sun damage. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Cordova in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in Cordova in May?
What is the last month it snows in Cordova?
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How many hours of daylight does Cordova have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Cordova?
How many hours of sunshine does Cordova have in May?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Cordova, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 48.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Cordova, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Cordova, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Cordova, AK
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Cordova, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 4.25"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").
Average rainfall days in May
Cordova, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Cordova, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Cordova, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Cordova, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 47°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (57.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.6°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cordova, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Cordova, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Cordova, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Cordova, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).
Average visibility in May
Cordova, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, August and December (5mi).
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