May weather forecast
Paxson, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a frosty month in Paxson, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

May is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a subzero cold 28.8°F (-1.8°C) in April to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Paxson, Alaska, during May, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126 rainfall days, and 15.39" (391mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Paxson, during May, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 110.4 snowfall days, and 55.98" (1422mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 18h and 7min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:54 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.4h.

UV index

In Paxson, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 3 during May translates into the following directions:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Paxson during May?

In Paxson, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.1°F (-1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Paxson?

The average relative humidity in May in Paxson, Alaska, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Paxson in May?

In May, in Paxson, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout May, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Paxson?

In Paxson, during May, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.98" (101mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Paxson?

The average day length in May in Paxson is 18h and 7min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Paxson?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:18 am and sunset at 9:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Paxson, sunrise is at 3:54 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Paxson?

In Paxson, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Paxson?

In Paxson, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Paxson, AK

Average temperature in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (7.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (42.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-4.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Paxson, AK

Average pressure in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.91"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Paxson, AK

Average wind speed in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (5.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Paxson, AK

Average humidity in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is April (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (66%).

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Average rainfall in May
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
Paxson, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (10.08").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Paxson, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Paxson, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Paxson, AK

Average UV index in May - Paxson, 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 April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Paxson, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Paxson, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and July (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in May
Paxson, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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