May weather forecast
Whitshed, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Whitshed, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and an average low of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

As Whitshed transitions into May, a marginal rise in the average high-temperature is observed, moving from a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C) in April to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). May nights in Whitshed cool to an average low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C), a marginal decrease from its daytime equivalent.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In Whitshed, during May, the rain falls for 17.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 191.3 rainfall days, and 72.4" (1839mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Whitshed aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 66.1 snowfall days, and 74.57" (1894mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 17h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 9:45 pm. On the last day of May, in Whitshed, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 10:55 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 3 in May translates into these instructions:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Whitshed, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Whitshed in May?

In Whitshed, in May, it is raining for 17.5 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Whitshed aggregates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Whitshed have in May?

The average day length in May is 17h and 21min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:35 am and sunset at 9:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:27 am and sunset at 10:55 pm AKDT.

What is the month with the most sunshine?

May through July, with an average of 7.6h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitshed have in May?

In Whitshed, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.6h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Whitshed, AK

Average temperature in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (58.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Whitshed, AK

Average pressure in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.65"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Whitshed, AK

Average wind speed in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and November (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (5.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Whitshed, AK

Average humidity in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in May
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.25"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.72").

Average rainfall days in May
Whitshed, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in May
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (17.76").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Whitshed, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are May, June and July (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Whitshed, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (8 days).

Average UV index in May
Whitshed, AK

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Whitshed, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in May
Whitshed, AK

Average visibility in May - Whitshed, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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