May weather forecast
Lake Minchumina, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Lake Minchumina, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 38.1°F (3.4°C) and an average high of 55.8°F (13.2°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature displays a significant increase, moving up from a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) in April to a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C). Lake Minchumina's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 38.1°F (3.4°C).

Humidity

May and June, with an average relative humidity of 61%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

In Lake Minchumina, in May, during 11.6 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lake Minchumina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 117 days and collects up to 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Lake Minchumina. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Lake Minchumina aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 98.6 snowfall days, and 19.09" (485mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Lake Minchumina, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 10:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:08 am and sunset at 12:06 am AKDT.

Sunshine

In Lake Minchumina, the average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 4 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Defending against sun damage is advocated. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lake Minchumina, records 55.8°F (13.2°C), while the low-temperature is 38.1°F (3.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 61%.

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Minchumina?

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Lake Minchumina, during May, the rain falls for 11.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Lake Minchumina aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 18h and 26min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 10:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:08 am and sunset at 12:06 am AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average temperature in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 55.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (68.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (0.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average pressure in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.92"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.75"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average wind speed in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average humidity in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and June (61%).

Average rainfall in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.88").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average UV index in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 43

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 43).

Average visibility in May
Lake Minchumina, AK

Average visibility in May - Lake Minchumina, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

Lake Minchumina, Alaska, USA

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