May weather forecast
Saint George, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another cold month in Saint George, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 38.5°F (3.6°C).

Temperature

A minimal variation is noted in Saint George's average high-temperature at the onset of May, reaching a still cold 38.5°F (3.6°C) from April's 34.3°F (1.3°C). The temperature during May sees a subtle transition from day to night, averaging a low of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

In Saint George, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.

Rainfall

In Saint George, during May, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Saint George, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.8 days and collects up to 24.17" (614mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Saint George. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.5 snowfall days, in May, Saint George aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Saint George, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 16.02" (407mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 11:01 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 11:56 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in May translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is May cold?

In Saint George, 38.5°F (3.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May?

In Saint George, the average relative humidity in May is 88%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Saint George, in May, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 1.34" (34mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.5 snowfall days, in May, Saint George aggregates 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Saint George have in May?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 11:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 11:56 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint George have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 5.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Saint George, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in May
Saint George, AK

Average temperature in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (31.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (26.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Saint George, AK

Average pressure in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.93"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.52"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Saint George, AK

Average wind speed in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 14.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (22.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Saint George, AK

Average humidity in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 88%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Saint George, AK

Average rainfall in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.02").

Average rainfall days in May
Saint George, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (22 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Saint George, AK

Average snowfall in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Saint George, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saint George, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Saint George, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are May and June (11.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (3.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Saint George, AK

Average UV index in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Saint George, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 71

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 79).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 69).

Average visibility in May
Saint George, AK

Average visibility in May - Saint George, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September and October (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (4mi).

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