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
Point Lay's transition into May marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a subzero cold 16.3°F (-8.7°C) in April to a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C). Point Lay reports an average low-temperature of 24.6°F (-4.1°C) during the subtly cooler May nights.Humidity
In Point Lay, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.Rainfall
In Point Lay, in May, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.35" (9mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Point Lay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 66.1 days and collects up to 8.19" (208mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through December. In Point Lay, in May, during 7.3 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Point Lay, during the entire year, snow falls for 96.3 days and aggregates up to 15" (381mm) of snow.Daylight
In Point Lay, the average length of the day in May is 10h and 39min.Sunshine
In Point Lay, Alaska, the average sunshine in May is 1.8h.UV index
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in May translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is May in Point Lay?
What is the average humidity in May?
How many days does it rain in May?
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What is the average length of the day in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Point Lay have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index?
What is the UV index reading in May?
Average temperature in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 32.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.6°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 (-8.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and March (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.82"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (15.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (11.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average humidity in May: 88%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (78%).
Average rainfall in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.24").
Average rainfall days in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.94"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (2.68").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.04").
Average snowfall days in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 7.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (13.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average daylight in May: 10h and 4min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 1h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Point Lay, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 64
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).
Average visibility in May
Point Lay, 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).
Point Lay, Alaska, USA
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