May weather forecast
Cold Bay, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Cold Bay, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of May notes an average high-temperature of a still cold 41.9°F (5.5°C), subtly shifted from April's 37°F (2.8°C). In Cold Bay, May nights maintain a consistent temperature, with an average low of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 85%.

Rainfall

In May, in Cold Bay, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cold Bay, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 24.29" (617mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Cold Bay aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.3 snowfall days, and 14.49" (368mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Cold Bay is 16h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 10:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 11:19 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 6.8h.

UV index

In Cold Bay, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Cold Bay during May?

The high-temperature during May is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Cold Bay?

The average relative humidity in May in Cold Bay is 85%.

How many days does it rain in May in Cold Bay?

In Cold Bay, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Cold Bay?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.9 snowfall days, in May, Cold Bay aggregates 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Cold Bay have in May?

In May, the average day length in Cold Bay, Alaska, is 16h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Cold Bay?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 10:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cold Bay, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 11:19 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Cold Bay?

The average sunshine duration in May in Cold Bay is 6.8h.

How high is the UV index in May in Cold Bay?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Cold Bay, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average temperature in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (54.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (33.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average pressure in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.85"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are January and December (29.52"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average wind speed in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (16.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average humidity in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 85%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (80%).

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Average rainfall in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average rainfall in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average snowfall in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are February and December (9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and December (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average UV index in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March and November (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 71).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and October (Cloud cover 63).

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Average visibility in May
Cold Bay, AK

Average visibility in May - Cold Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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