May weather forecast
Tenakee Springs, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a chilly month in Tenakee Springs, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.2°F (1.8°C) and max 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of May signals a rise in the average high-temperature, moving from an icy 37°F (2.8°C) in April to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Tenakee Springs experiences an average low-temperature reading of 35.2°F (1.8°C) throughout May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.5 days and typically collects 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Tenakee Springs aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 126.6 snowfall days, and 290.12" (7369mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:09 am and sunset at 9:48 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Tenakee Springs are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 47.5°F (8.6°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the least humid month?

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 86%.

What is the driest month?

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 18.5 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Tenakee Springs aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tenakee Springs have in May?

In Tenakee Springs, the average day length in May is 16h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tenakee Springs, sunrise is at 4:09 am and sunset at 9:48 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tenakee Springs have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average temperature in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average pressure in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average wind speed in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average humidity in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

Average rainfall in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average rainfall in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

Average rainfall days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average snowfall in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average UV index in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average visibility in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (4mi).

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