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
The arrival of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 38.8°F (3.8°C) in April to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Birchwood's nighttime temperature in May drops to an average of 38.8°F (3.8°C).Humidity
The least humid month in Birchwood is May, with an average relative humidity of 65%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall in Birchwood, Alaska. Rain falls for 11.1 days and accumulates 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Birchwood. May is the last month it regularly snows in Birchwood. During 0.6 snowfall days, in May, Birchwood aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.9 snowfall days, and 24.37" (619mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Birchwood, Alaska, is 17h and 35min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 10:04 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:32 am and sunset at 11:18 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
May has the most sunshine of the year in Birchwood, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 3 leads to the following instructions:
Exercise prevention - Protecting skin and eyes from harm is required. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Frequently asked questions
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What month has the most sunshine in Birchwood?
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How high is the UV index in May in Birchwood?
Average temperature in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 38.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (4.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average humidity in May: 65%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).
Average rainfall in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.16"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (11.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 16 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (17.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are April, August and December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Birchwood, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).
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