May weather forecast
Tok, AK

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Weather in May

The weather in May takes a turn towards warmth and brightness, making it distinguishably different from the preceding month. Fire danger becomes a concern as rainfall reaches its peak at 0.63" (16mm), coinciding with increased daylight hours and a considerable jump in temperature. All indications of winter begin to be replaced with the vibrancy of spring and the promise of summer. This month, snowfall becomes a rare occurrence, emphasizing the change in seasons.

Temperature

The shift from April to May is characterized by a clear increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from an icy 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C). Tok, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

In Tok, in May, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 82.1 rainfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, August through December are months with snowfall in Tok. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Tok aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Tok, during the entire year, snow falls for 84.1 days and aggregates up to 17.28" (439mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 18h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 9:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 3:39 am and sunset at 11:19 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

In Tok, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 4 turns into the following recommendations:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

The high-temperature during May is 56.5°F (13.6°C) and the low-temperature is 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May in Tok?

In Tok, during May, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Tok?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Tok aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tok have in May?

The average day length in May is 18h and 14min.

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 9:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:39 am and sunset at 11:19 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Tok, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Tok, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tok, AK

Average temperature in May - Tok, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

Average pressure in May
Tok, AK

Average pressure in May - Tok, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tok, AK

Average wind speed in May - Tok, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Tok, AK

Average humidity in May - Tok, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

Average rainfall in May
Tok, AK

Average rainfall in May - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

Average rainfall days in May
Tok, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Tok, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tok, AK

Average snowfall in May - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tok, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Tok, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tok, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Tok, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Tok, AK

Average UV index in May - Tok, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Tok, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Tok, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

Average visibility in May
Tok, AK

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

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