May weather forecast
Kake, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Kake, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.6°F (9.8°C) and min 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C) in April to a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C). Kake's nighttime temperatures in May reveal a minimal variation from the daytime highs, averaging at an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically collects 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Kake, during the entire year, snow falls for 52.4 days and aggregates up to 63.58" (1615mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Kake, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:40 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:10 am and sunset at 9:36 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Kake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 3 in May interprets into the following advice:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

In Kake, in May, the average high-temperature is 49.6°F (9.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 41.5°F (5.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 85%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.9 days and typically collects 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Kake, in May, it is raining for 19.9 days, with typically 3.82" (97mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Kake aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Kake have in May?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 34min.

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 8:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:10 am and sunset at 9:36 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kake have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6.5h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Kake, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kake, AK

Average temperature in May - Kake, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (51.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (29.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Kake, AK

Average pressure in May - Kake, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kake, AK

Average wind speed in May - Kake, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Kake, AK

Average humidity in May - Kake, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are February and March (83%).

Average rainfall in May
Kake, AK

Average rainfall in May - Kake, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.82"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (10.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.82").

Average rainfall days in May
Kake, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Kake, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kake, AK

Average snowfall in May - Kake, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (17.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kake, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Kake, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kake, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Kake, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 8.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (8.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (4.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Kake, AK

Average UV index in May - Kake, 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, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Kake, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Kake, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 60

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 72).
The months with the least cloud cover are February, May and September (Cloud cover 60).

Average visibility in May
Kake, AK

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

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

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