May weather forecastIlulissat, Greenland
May weather for Ilulissat, Greenland: In Ilulissat, Greenland, in May, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 16mm (0.63") of accumulated precipitation. May in Ilulissat is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from April's freezing cold -5°C (23°F) to an icy 3°C (37.4°F).
May
Weather in May
A remarkable departure from the frosty regime sets foot in Ilulissat as May ushers in. With the increasing daylight hours, there is a perceptible rise in temperature, reaching as high as 3°C (37.4°F). Although not completely free from cold, the city experiences a significant reduction in the intensity of the chill, as compared to the preceding months. Accompanied by frequent rain showers, May paves the way for summer’s entrance. Undeniably, May initiates a new chapter in the weather of Ilulissat as the arctic chill begins to recede.Temperature
May in Ilulissat is characterized by a clear rise in the average high-temperature, escalating from April's freezing cold -5°C (23°F) to an icy 3°C (37.4°F). Ilulissat usually reports an average low-temperature of -3°C (26.6°F) during the month of May.Rainfall
In Ilulissat, in May, during 7 rainfall days, 16mm (0.63") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ilulissat, there are 96 rainfall days, and 244mm (9.61") of precipitation is accumulated.Sea temperature
In May, the average sea temperature is -0.2°C (31.6°F).Note: In the sphere of swimming, this is extremely cold and poses life-endangering hazards. Hypothermia can occur almost instantly in the absence of insulated waterproof wear.
Daylight
In Ilulissat, Greenland, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.Sunshine
In Ilulissat, the average sunshine in May is 9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Guard yourself - Precautionary measures against sun damage are advocated. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average high temperature in May: 3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (11°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (-12°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-19°C).
Average rainfall in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average rainfall in May: 16mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (35mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and March (12mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in May: 7 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are March, April, September and November (9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February, May, June and July (7 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average sea temperature in May: -0.2°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is September (3.4°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are February and March (-1.4°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 48min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 0h).
Average UV index in May
Ilulissat, Greenland
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October, November and December (UV index 0).
