May weather forecast
Russian Mission, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Russian Mission, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 53.8°F (12.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of May brings a distinct rise in the average high-temperature, advancing from a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C) in April to a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C). In Russian Mission, May nights cool down to an average of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Humidity

In Russian Mission, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

January and May are months with the least rain in Russian Mission, Alaska, when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.7 snowfall days, in May, Russian Mission aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Russian Mission, during the entire year, snow falls for 86.5 days and aggregates up to 23.43" (595mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Russian Mission, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 10:55 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 12:11 am AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

Russian Mission in May has an average high-temperature of 53.8°F (12.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 65%.

What is the driest month?

January and May are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 10.4 days and typically aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout May, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Russian Mission. During 2.7 snowfall days, in May, Russian Mission aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Russian Mission have in May?

The average day length in May is 17h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 10:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 12:11 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 9.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Russian Mission have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In Russian Mission, 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 temperature in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average temperature in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (0°F).

Average pressure in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average pressure in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.68"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average wind speed in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average humidity in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average rainfall in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and May (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average snowfall in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.2").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (16.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average UV index in May - Russian Mission, 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 February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Russian Mission, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Russian Mission, AK

Average visibility in May - Russian Mission, 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 March and April (4mi).

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