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 beginning of May in Kaktovik marks a clear shift in the average high-temperature, advancing from April's 14.5°F (-9.7°C) to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). Kaktovik sees a gentle drop from the daily peak temperature in May, with an average low settling at a still freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 90%.Rainfall
In Kaktovik, during May, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 60.7 rainfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In Kaktovik, Alaska, in May, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Kaktovik, during the entire year, snow falls for 108.6 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 9h and 20min.Sunshine
In Kaktovik, the average sunshine in May is 3.4h.UV index
January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the UV index of 1 transforms into the following advice:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in May in Kaktovik?
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How many hours of sunshine does Kaktovik have in May?
When is the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in May?
Average temperature in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 31.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (48.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average pressure in May: 30.06"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 11mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average humidity in May: 90%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.28"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 4.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.83"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.07").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 6.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 3h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average UV index in May: 1
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 61
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Kaktovik, AK
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).
Kaktovik, Alaska, USA
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