May weather forecast
Isachsen, Canada

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Isachsen, is a freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -11.6°C (11.1°F) and -6.4°C (20.5°F).

Temperature

Isachsen's transition into May marks a considerable rise in the average high-temperature, moving up from a polar cold -18.1°C (-0.6°F) in April to a subzero cold -6.4°C (20.5°F). Throughout May, Isachsen's nights cool down to an average of -11.6°C (11.1°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 91%.

Rainfall

In Isachsen, during May, the rain falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 7mm (0.28") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Isachsen, there are 27.5 rainfall days, and 124mm (4.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through December. In Isachsen, Canada, in May, snow falls for 13.2 days, with typically accumulated 48mm (1.89") of snow. In Isachsen, Canada, during the entire year, snow falls for 139.9 days and aggregates up to 612mm (24.09") of snow.

Daylight

The months with the shortest days in Isachsen are January, May through July, November and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Isachsen is 0.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Isachsen are January through March, May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 1 turns into 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. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is May in Isachsen?
In Isachsen, -6.4°C (20.5°F) is the average high-temperature and -11.6°C (11.1°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May in Isachsen?
The average relative humidity in May is 91%.
How many days does it rain in May in Isachsen?
In Isachsen, Canada, in May, during 1.3 rainfall days, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is typically accumulated.
How much does it snow in Isachsen in May?
In May, in Isachsen, it is snowing for 13.2 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of snow is accumulated.
What is the month with the shortest days in Isachsen?
The months with the shortest days in Isachsen, Canada, are January, May through July, November and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.
How many hours of daylight does Isachsen have in May?
The average day length in May in Isachsen, Canada, is 0h and 0min.
How long on average sun shines in May in Isachsen?
In May, the average sunshine duration in Isachsen is 0.4h.
When is the lowest UV index in Isachsen?
The months with the lowest UV index in Isachsen, Canada, are January through March, May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.
How high is the UV index in May in Isachsen?
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Isachsen is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average high temperature in May: -6.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (4.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-28.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -11.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (2.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-33°C).

Average pressure in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average pressure in May: 1019.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1019.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (1010.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average wind speed in May: 16.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (17.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (15.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average humidity in May: 91%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and February (98%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average rainfall in May: 7mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (28mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (3mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (8.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0 days).

Average snowfall in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average snowfall in May: 48mm

The month with the highest snowfall is September (112mm).
The month with the least snowfall is January (21mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average snowfall days in May: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (18.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (5.7 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average daylight in May: 0h and 0min

The month with the longest days is September (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July, November and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 0h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 0h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (9.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The months with the highest UV index are April, June and July (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average cloud cover in May: 69

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 93).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 61).

Average visibility in May
Isachsen, Canada
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, October and December (6km).

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