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
May's arrival signals a distinct temperature shift, escalating from a subzero cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C) in April to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). Throughout the month of May, Pitkas Point reports a steady low-temperature average of 35.2°F (1.8°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.Rainfall
In Pitkas Point, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 104.5 rainfall days, and 15.75" (400mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.4 snowfall days, in May, Pitkas Point aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Pitkas Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.4 days and aggregates up to 22.72" (577mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 17h and 48min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 11:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:19 am and sunset at 12:22 am AKDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 7.9h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in May?
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When are sunrise and sunset in May?
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How long on average sun shines in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
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Average temperature in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 48.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (11.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 35.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are October and December (29.67"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (8.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).
Average rainfall in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.13").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and June (0.87").
Average rainfall days in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.28").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Pitkas Point, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 56
The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in May
Pitkas Point, 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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