May weather forecast
Ward Cove, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Ward Cove, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 53.4°F (11.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Ward Cove experiences a subtle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature moving from a frosty 46°F (7.8°C) in April to a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). Ward Cove usually reports an average low-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) during the month of May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall in Ward Cove is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically collects 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ward Cove aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Ward Cove, during the entire year, snow falls for 40.7 days and aggregates up to 48.35" (1228mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of May, in Ward Cove, sunrise is at 4:12 am and sunset at 9:16 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 3 in May translates into the following instructions:
Proceed with care. Light skin individuals may be exposed to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

The high-temperature during May is 53.4°F (11.9°C) and the low-temperature is 43.5°F (6.4°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 82%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall in Ward Cove is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically collects 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 17.1 days. Throughout May, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.1 snowfall days, in May, Ward Cove aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Ward Cove have in May?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 8:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:12 am and sunset at 9:16 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine?

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In Ward Cove, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Ward Cove is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average temperature in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.4°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 43.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (52°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average pressure in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.06"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average wind speed in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average humidity in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (82%).

Average rainfall in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average rainfall in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (9.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (3.46").

Average rainfall days in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average snowfall in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average UV index in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

Average visibility in May
Ward Cove, AK

Average visibility in May - Ward Cove, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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