May weather forecast
Poorman, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Poorman, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

May is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) in April to a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 35.8°F (2.1°C) in May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

Rainfall

In Poorman, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 116.7 rainfall days, and 14.8" (376mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4 snowfall days, in May, Poorman aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Poorman, during the entire year, snow falls for 115.2 days and aggregates up to 43.07" (1094mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Poorman, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 31min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 10:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:17 am and sunset at 12:22 am AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 8.1h of sunshine.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise care. People with light skin might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Poorman in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 53.2°F (11.8°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Poorman?

In May, the average relative humidity is 70%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Poorman, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4 snowfall days, in May, Poorman aggregates 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 18h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 10:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:17 am and sunset at 12:22 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 8.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Poorman.

How many hours of sunshine does Poorman have in May?

In Poorman, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.1h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Poorman?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Poorman, AK

Average temperature in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Poorman, AK

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.93"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.76"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Poorman, AK

Average wind speed in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is September (5.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (4.6mph).

Average humidity in May
Poorman, AK

Average humidity in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (59%).

Average rainfall in May
Poorman, AK

Average rainfall in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in May
Poorman, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (2.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Poorman, AK

Average snowfall in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.62").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Poorman, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (20.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Poorman, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Poorman, AK

Average UV index in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Poorman, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 77).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Poorman, AK

Average visibility in May - Poorman, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (2mi).

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