Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C) in April to a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 41.9°F (5.5°C) in May.Humidity
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wrangell. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wrangell aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Wrangell, during the entire year, snow falls for 47.5 days and aggregates up to 58.23" (1479mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature in Wrangell is 46°F (7.8°C).Note: Without suitable protection, venturing into 46°F (7.8°C) waters cooler than 50°F (10°C) can lead to pronounced cold shock and rapid breaths.
Daylight
In Wrangell, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 28min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:07 am and sunset at 9:26 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Wrangell is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average UV index of 3 in May transforms into this advice:
Make use of precautions - Shielding skin and eyes from injury is a requirement. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Average temperature in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 51.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average pressure in May: 30"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average humidity in May: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).
Average rainfall in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 2.01"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").
Average rainfall days in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 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 sea temperature in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 46°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average daylight in May: 16h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).
Average UV index in May
Wrangell, 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 November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Wrangell, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in May
Wrangell, 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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