May weather forecast
Freshwater Bay, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Freshwater Bay, is a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, changing from a wintry 37°F (2.8°C) in April to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). During May, Freshwater Bay consistently records a temperature low averaging an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Freshwater Bay aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 snowfall days, and 290.12" (7369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Freshwater Bay, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:07 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Freshwater Bay is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 3 in May leads to these recommendations:
Ensure safety - Sun damage prevention is strongly urged. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Freshwater Bay in May?

In Freshwater Bay, 47.5°F (8.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 86%.

What is the driest month?

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Freshwater Bay, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Freshwater Bay. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Freshwater Bay aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Freshwater Bay have in May?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:07 am and sunset at 9:47 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the highest UV index?

May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average temperature in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average pressure in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average wind speed in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average humidity in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

Average rainfall in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average rainfall in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average snowfall in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average UV index in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in May
Freshwater Bay, AK

Average visibility in May - Freshwater Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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