May weather forecast
Takotna, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Takotna, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 54.5°F (12.5°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C) in April to a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Throughout the month of May, Takotna reports a steady low-temperature average of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Humidity

In Takotna, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.4 days. Throughout May, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Takotna, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.2 days and collects up to 18.74" (476mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.7 snowfall days, in May, Takotna aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Takotna, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.1 days and aggregates up to 54.53" (1385mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Takotna, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 7min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 10:41 pm. On the last day of May, in Takotna, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 12:06 am AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 9.4h 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 reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 4 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Exercise prudence. Persons with fair skin could be burned in under 30 minutes. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Takotna, is 54.5°F (12.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 36.7°F (2.6°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Takotna, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Takotna, in May, during 14.4 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.7 snowfall days, in May, Takotna aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Takotna have in May?

In Takotna, the average day length in May is 18h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 10:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 12:06 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

With an average of 9.4h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Takotna, AK

Average temperature in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 54.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (65.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-8°F).

Average pressure in May
Takotna, AK

Average pressure in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Takotna, AK

Average wind speed in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and May (5.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February, April, August, September and December (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Takotna, AK

Average humidity in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in May
Takotna, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Takotna, AK

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

The month with the highest snowfall is November (12.44").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Takotna, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (19.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Takotna, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Takotna, AK

Average UV index in May - Takotna, 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
Takotna, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).

Average visibility in May
Takotna, AK

Average visibility in May - Takotna, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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