May weather forecast
Kangaarsuk, Greenland

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Kangaarsuk, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -1.8°C (28.8°F) and -6.3°C (20.7°F).

Temperature

As Kangaarsuk welcomes May, the average high-temperature sees a rise, transitioning from -9.3°C (15.3°F) in April to a still freezing cold -1.8°C (28.8°F). The month of May shows a minor drop from daytime temperatures, generally recording a low average of -6.3°C (20.7°F).

Humidity

In Kangaarsuk, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout May, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kangaarsuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 48.4 days and collects up to 199mm (7.83") of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kangaarsuk are January through December. In Kangaarsuk, Greenland, in May, during 10.5 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.1 snowfall days, and 848mm (33.39") of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 4h and 50min.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 1h.

UV index

In Kangaarsuk, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in May transforms into this advice:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Kangaarsuk, is -1.8°C (28.8°F) and the average low-temperature is -6.3°C (20.7°F).
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May is 84%.
How much does it rain in May?
In May, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout May, 12mm (0.47") of precipitation is accumulated.
How much does it snow in Kangaarsuk in May?
In Kangaarsuk, Greenland, in May, during 10.5 snowfall days, 80mm (3.15") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kangaarsuk have in May?
In Kangaarsuk, Greenland, the average day length in May is 4h and 50min.
How long on average sun shines in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 1h.
How high is the UV index in May in Kangaarsuk?
In Kangaarsuk, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in May: -1.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (6.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-17.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -6.3°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (4.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-22.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average pressure in May: 1015.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1005.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in May: 11.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (11.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (89%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in May: 12mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (29mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (10.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.2 days).

Average snowfall in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in May: 80mm

The month with the highest snowfall is October (171mm).
The month with the least snowfall is July (4mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average daylight in May: 4h and 5min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The months with the shortest days are June, July and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 1h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 0h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (12.9 days).

Average UV index in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Kangaarsuk, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 68).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 44).

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

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

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