May weather forecast
Gronnedal, Greenland

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an icy month in Gronnedal, Greenland, with an average temperature fluctuating between -1.2°C (29.8°F) and 3.4°C (38.1°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a freezing cold -0.6°C (30.9°F) in April to an icy 3.4°C (38.1°F). Throughout May, Gronnedal's nights experience a slight temperature dip to a subzero cold -1.2°C (29.8°F).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 11.4 days. Throughout May, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.5 rainfall days, and 701mm (27.6") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Gronnedal, during May, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of snow. In Gronnedal, Greenland, during the entire year, snow falls for 85.8 days and aggregates up to 1313mm (51.69") of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gronnedal is 17h and 32min.
On the first day of May in Gronnedal, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 22:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 23:31 -01.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in May translates into this advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Gronnedal, is 3.4°C (38.1°F), while the average low-temperature is -1.2°C (29.8°F).
What is the most humid month in Gronnedal?
May and June, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Gronnedal.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.
How many days does it rain in May?
In Gronnedal, during May, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 52mm (2.05") of precipitation.
How many days does it snow in May?
In Gronnedal, during May, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 79mm (3.11") of snow.
What is the average length of the day in May?
The average day length in May is 17h and 32min.
When are sunrise and sunset in May?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:01 and sunset at 22:18. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:48 and sunset at 23:31 -01.
How many hours of sunshine does Gronnedal have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 9.2h.
What is the UV index intensity in May?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in May: 3.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (10.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-5.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -1.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-10.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1013.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (23.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (14km/h).

Average humidity in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in May: 52mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (75mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (44mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in May: 79mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (260mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is August (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (12.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • 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 and September (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).

Average visibility in May
Gronnedal, Greenland
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (9km).
The month with the lowest visibility is January (8km).

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