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
The onset of May brings a rise in the average high-temperature, elevating from a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) in April to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an icy 34.3°F (1.3°C) during May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Elim, in May, during 13.3 rainfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 118.6 rainfall days, and 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4 snowfall days, in May, Elim aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 18h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 11:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 12:59 am AKDT.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Undertake precautions - It is suggested to shield oneself from sunburn. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Average temperature in May
Elim, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 34.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Elim, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Elim, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).
Average humidity in May
Elim, AK
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Elim, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").
Average rainfall days in May
Elim, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elim, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elim, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Elim, AK
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elim, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Elim, 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 January, February, March and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Elim, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in May
Elim, 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 and December (4mi).
Elim, Alaska, USA
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