May weather forecast
Ester, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Ester, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) in April to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). In Ester, an average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is noted during May nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ester, in May, during 11.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.7 rainfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Ester aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Ester, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.4 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 18h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 10:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:32 am and sunset at 12:07 am AKDT.

Sunshine

In Ester, the average sunshine in May is 11.7h.

UV index

In Ester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ester, is 59.4°F (15.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 39.7°F (4.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Ester, in May, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Ester aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 18h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 10:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:32 am and sunset at 12:07 am AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Ester, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.7h.

How high is the UV index in May in Ester?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Ester, AK

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 39.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).

Average pressure in May
Ester, AK

Average pressure in May - Ester, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"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
Ester, AK

Average wind speed in May - Ester, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, October, November and December (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Ester, AK

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Ester, AK

Average rainfall in May - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Ester, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Ester, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ester, AK

Average snowfall in May - Ester, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ester, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ester, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).

  • 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: 1h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ester, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Ester, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ester, AK

Average UV index in May - Ester, 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
Ester, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Ester, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 40).

Average visibility in May
Ester, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (3mi).

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