May weather forecast
Paxson, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Paxson, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a considerable escalation in the average high-temperature, advancing from a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in April to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In May, the temperature drops to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) at night.

Humidity

In Paxson, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Paxson, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Paxson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126 days and collects up to 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through June, August through December. In May, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout May, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 110.4 snowfall days, and 55.98" (1422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Paxson, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:59 pm. On the last day of May, in Paxson, sunrise is at 3:54 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In Paxson, Alaska, the average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

In Paxson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 suggests this advice:
Undertake protective steps - Preventing sun damage is advised. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in May?

The high-temperature during May is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Paxson?

In Paxson, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in May?

In Paxson, in May, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.98" (101mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 18h and 7min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:54 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Paxson, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Paxson, AK

Average temperature in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Paxson, AK

Average pressure in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Paxson, AK

Average wind speed in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Paxson, AK

Average humidity in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

Average rainfall in May
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in May
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.08").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Paxson, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Paxson, AK

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

Average cloud cover in May
Paxson, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and July (Cloud cover 45).

Average visibility in May
Paxson, AK

Average visibility in May - Paxson, 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 and December (4mi).

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