May weather forecast
Kennicott, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kennicott, is a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature increases from a subzero cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) in April to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Kennicott records an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) throughout May.

Humidity

In Kennicott, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Kennicott, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. In Kennicott, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 14.88" (378mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Kennicott aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 95.3 snowfall days, and 44.02" (1118mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kennicott is 17h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 9:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:04 am and sunset at 10:54 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Kennicott is 11.8h.

UV index

In Kennicott, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Kennicott, is 43°F (6.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 71%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Kennicott, during May, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Kennicott aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 17h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:17 am and sunset at 9:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:04 am and sunset at 10:54 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Kennicott have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 11.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kennicott, AK

Average temperature in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (13.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (1°F).

Average pressure in May
Kennicott, AK

Average pressure in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Kennicott, AK

Average wind speed in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in May
Kennicott, AK

Average humidity in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March, April and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Kennicott, AK

Average rainfall in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Kennicott, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kennicott, AK

Average snowfall in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.37").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Kennicott, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kennicott, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Kennicott, AK

Average UV index in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

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

Average cloud cover in May
Kennicott, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Kennicott, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March, May and June (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in May
Kennicott, AK

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

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

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