May weather forecast
Whale Pass, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whale Pass, is a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 53.1°F (11.7°C) and min 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a subtle temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) to a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a wintry 41°F (5°C).

Humidity

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the least humid months.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 18.1 days and typically collects 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Whale Pass, snow does not fall in May through October.

Daylight

In Whale Pass, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:13 am and sunset at 9:27 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

May and September, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 53.1°F (11.7°C) and 41°F (5°C) respectively.

What are the least humid months?

March and May, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the least humid months.

What is the average humidity in May in Whale Pass?

The average relative humidity in May is 84%.

What is the driest month?

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 18.1 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in May?

In Whale Pass, in May, it is raining for 18.1 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Whale Pass, snow does not fall in May through October.

Does it snow in May?

In May, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Whale Pass have in May?

In May, the average day length in Whale Pass is 16h and 23min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 8:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:13 am and sunset at 9:27 pm AKDT.

What are the months with the most sunshine?

The months with the most sunshine are May and September, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average temperature in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 53.1°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (60.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (30.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average pressure in May - Whale Pass, 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 (29.77"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whale Pass, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average humidity in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (90%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are March and May (84%).

Average rainfall in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average rainfall in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (8.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.83").

Average rainfall days in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (14.8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average snowfall in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (10.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Whale Pass, AK

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May and September (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (11.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (5.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average UV index in May - Whale Pass, 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, February, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 66

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 74).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 62).

Average visibility in May
Whale Pass, AK

Average visibility in May - Whale Pass, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July and August (4mi).

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