May weather forecast
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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A family of penguins on Snow Hill Island in Antarctica
A family of penguins on Snow Hill Island in Antarctica

Weather in May

May registers the severest dip in temperature in Snow Hill Island, as we inch closer to winter. The month is characterised by the highest amount of rainfall, with a recorded high of 12mm. Permanent darkness rules over May, with mere hours of daylight and virtually non-existent sunshine hours. The frozen sea complements the overall decline in temperature, amplifying the frigid conditions. Expect a prolonged winter freeze as we advance towards June.

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a subzero cold -10°C in April to an extremely cold -13°C. The average low-temperature, in May, in Snow Hill Island, is an arctic cold -19°C.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 3 days and typically aggregates up to 12mm of precipitation.

Sea temperature

May is the month with the coldest seawater, with an average sea temperature of -2°C.
Note: In the case of swimming, the extreme coldness, danger, and life-threatening nature of this situation are apparent. Without insulated waterproof wear, hypothermia sets in rapidly.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Snow Hill Island is 6h and 11min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 23:54 and sunset at 07:37. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 01:21 and sunset at 06:11 NZST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Snow Hill Island are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 0. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 0 in May translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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FAQ

How cold is May in Snow Hill Island?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Snow Hill Island, is -13°C and the average low-temperature is -19°C.

What is the wettest month in Snow Hill Island?

May is the month with the most rainfall in Snow Hill Island. Rain falls for 3 days and accumulates 12mm of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Snow Hill Island?

In Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, in May, it is raining for 3 days, with typically 12mm of accumulated precipitation.

What is the month with the coldest sea water in Snow Hill Island?

May is the month with the coldest seawater in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, with an average sea temperature of -2°C.

What is the water temperature in May in Snow Hill Island?

In Snow Hill Island, in May, the average water temperature is -2°C. For swimming, this is considered very dangerous and immediately life-threatening. Total loss of breathing control instantly occurs, and clear thinking becomes almost impossible. A specialized swimsuit is obligatory to minimize thermal loss.

How many hours of daylight does Snow Hill Island have in May?

In May, the average day length in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 6h and 11min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Snow Hill Island?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 23:54 and sunset at 07:37. On the last day of the month, in Snow Hill Island, sunrise is at 01:21 and sunset at 06:11 NZST.

How many hours of sunshine does Snow Hill Island have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica, is 1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Snow Hill Island?

April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 0, are months with the lowest UV index in Snow Hill Island, Antarctica.

How high is the UV index in May in Snow Hill Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Snow Hill Island is 0. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average low temperature
Average rainfall
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Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average temperature in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average high temperature in May: -13°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are January and December (3°C).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are July and August (-14°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -19°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is January (-1°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are July and August (-21°C).

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Average rainfall in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average rainfall in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average rainfall in May: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (12mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (2mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average rainfall days in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are March, April and May (3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February, September, October, November and December (1 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average sea temperature in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average sea temperature in May: -2°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are January, February and December (0°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is May (-2°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average daylight in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the longest days is December (Average daylight: 21h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 4h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 1h

The month with the most sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 0h).

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Average UV index in May
Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

Average UV index in May - Snow Hill Island, Antarctica
  • Average UV index in May: 0

The months with the highest UV index are November and December (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 0).

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Snow Hill Island, Antarctica

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