May weather forecast
Dot Lake, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Dot Lake, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 57.9°F (14.4°C) and min 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature exhibits a considerable increase in May, surging from an icy 38.3°F (3.5°C) in April to a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). In Dot Lake, an average low-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) is recorded during May nights.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout May, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dot Lake, during the entire year, the rain falls for 70.4 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Dot Lake aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 56.2 snowfall days, and 18.66" (474mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 18h and 20min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 9:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:39 am and sunset at 11:29 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 12.6h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 4 transforms into the following instructions:
Prioritize safety - Recommendations to avert sunburn are shared. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 57.9°F (14.4°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Dot Lake, the average relative humidity in May is 51%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Dot Lake, during May, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Dot Lake?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Dot Lake. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Dot Lake aggregates 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Dot Lake have in May?

The average day length in May is 18h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May in Dot Lake, sunrise is at 5:08 am and sunset at 9:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:39 am and sunset at 11:29 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Dot Lake, the average sunshine duration in May is 12.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Dot Lake, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average temperature in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 57.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (5.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.1°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 (-5.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average pressure in May - Dot Lake, 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
Dot Lake, AK

Average wind speed in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (4.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average humidity in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 51%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (51%).

Average rainfall in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.55"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (12.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.63"

The months with the highest snowfall are March and October (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (9.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average UV index in May - Dot Lake, 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, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Dot Lake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Dot Lake, AK

Average visibility in May - Dot Lake, 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 (5mi).

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