May weather forecast
Tonsina, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a fresh month in Tonsina, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.2°F (11.8°C) and min 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Temperature

As Tonsina steps into May, a marked temperature rise is observed, with the average high-temperature advancing from April's wintry 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). During May nights, Tonsina records an average temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.

Rainfall

In Tonsina, in May, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tonsina, during the entire year, the rain falls for 81.1 days and collects up to 5.71" (145mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Tonsina aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 54.8 snowfall days, and 17.13" (435mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 17h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:11 am and sunset at 11:05 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 12.1h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 3 translates into these guidelines:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 53.2°F (11.8°C) and a low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Tonsina, the average relative humidity in May is 60%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Tonsina, in May, during 6.4 rainfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Tonsina?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Tonsina aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tonsina have in May?

In Tonsina, the average day length in May is 17h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 9:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:11 am and sunset at 11:05 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Tonsina have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 12.1h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (67.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Tonsina, AK

Average pressure in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September, October, November and December (29.78"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Tonsina, AK

Average wind speed in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (6.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and December (4.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Tonsina, AK

Average humidity in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 60%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

Average rainfall in May
Tonsina, AK

Average rainfall in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Tonsina, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in May
Tonsina, AK

Average snowfall in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Tonsina, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 14h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Tonsina, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (17.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Tonsina, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Tonsina, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Tonsina, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in May
Tonsina, AK

Average visibility in May - Tonsina, 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 and March (4mi).

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