May weather forecast
Hooper Bay, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cold month in Hooper Bay, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

As Hooper Bay enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) of April to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). A modest decline from daytime high temperatures is noticed in May, marking the average low at a still icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In Hooper Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In Hooper Bay, in May, during 11 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hooper Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.4 days and collects up to 19.72" (501mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, September through December. In Hooper Bay, in May, during 4.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 86.8 snowfall days, and 19.57" (497mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 11:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 12:27 am AKDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In Hooper Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is May cold?

Hooper Bay in May has an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

How much does it rain in Hooper Bay in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In Hooper Bay, during May, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Hooper Bay, the average day length in May is 17h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 11:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:36 am and sunset at 12:27 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Hooper Bay?

With an average of 7.4h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hooper Bay?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Hooper Bay, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average temperature in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average pressure in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are May and July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.63"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average wind speed in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are October and November (18mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average humidity in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average rainfall in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average snowfall in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.83"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (15 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average UV index in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 73).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 58).

Average visibility in May
Hooper Bay, AK

Average visibility in May - Hooper Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are March, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, April, November and December (5mi).

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