May weather forecast
Shaktoolik, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shaktoolik, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) and an average high of 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) is expected.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Shaktoolik, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 0.83" (21mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shaktoolik, during the entire year, the rain falls for 118.6 days and collects up to 13.39" (340mm) of precipitation.

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, Shaktoolik aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 94.3 snowfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 18h and 37min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 11:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 12:49 am AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

In Shaktoolik, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

In May, in Shaktoolik, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.3°F (1.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Shaktoolik, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, in Shaktoolik, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4 snowfall days, in May, Shaktoolik aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Shaktoolik have in May?

The average day length in May is 18h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 11:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 12:49 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Shaktoolik?

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 8.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average temperature in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average pressure in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.92"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average wind speed in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (6mph).

Average humidity in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average humidity in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.24").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.55").

Average rainfall days in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average snowfall in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Shaktoolik, AK

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (16.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 2h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average UV index in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Shaktoolik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in May
Shaktoolik, AK

Average visibility in May - Shaktoolik, 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 and December (4mi).

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