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 sea temperature 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
May signifies a subtle uplift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a wintry 39.7°F (4.3°C) in April to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During May, the nighttime temperatures align closely with the daytime averages, measuring an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 83%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Kodiak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Kodiak aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Kodiak, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.1 days and aggregates up to 13.74" (349mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Kodiak, the average seawater temperature in May is 43.7°F (6.5°C).Note: Diving into 43.7°F (6.5°C) when it's under 50°F (10°C) can cause immediate cold shock symptoms, marked by hyperventilation.
Daylight
In Kodiak, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 43min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 9:58 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 10:56 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 6.9h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during May leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (57.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.55"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 10.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (14.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (86%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and November (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are October and November (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (10.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.08"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 43.7°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39.5°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kodiak, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 13.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 3).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 62
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 52).
Average visibility in May
Kodiak, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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