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 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
As Arctic Village transitions into May, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a subzero cold 21°F (-6.1°C) in April to an icy 37.6°F (3.1°C). May brings Arctic Village a consistent average low-temperature of 23.2°F (-4.9°C).Humidity
In Arctic Village, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 85%.Rainfall
In Arctic Village, during May, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Arctic Village, there are 95.6 rainfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Arctic Village are January through June, August through December. In May, it is snowing for 8.6 days. Throughout May, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Arctic Village, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 103.1 days and aggregates up to 26.02" (661mm) of snow.Daylight
In Arctic Village, Alaska, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 40min.Sunshine
In Arctic Village, the average sunshine in May is 6.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Arctic Village in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Arctic Village?
How much does it rain in Arctic Village in May?
How much does it snow in Arctic Village in May?
What is the average length of the day in May in Arctic Village?
How long on average sun shines in May in Arctic Village?
What is the UV index reading in May in Arctic Village?
Average temperature in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 37.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (46.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-18°F).
Average pressure in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.04"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.8"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (3.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average humidity in May: 85%
The month with the highest relative humidity is April (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (4.88").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is October (15.2 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average daylight in May: 15h and 4min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 6h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The months with the most cloud cover are April, September and October (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Arctic Village, AK
- Average visibility in May: 4mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (4mi).
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