May weather forecast
Kulusuk, Greenland

May

Weather in May

The month of May welcomes the Spring season in Kulusuk, Greenland. A significant indent is observable as the temperature slides towards the positive scale, reaching a maximum of 0.9°C (33.6°F). As snow concludes its dominant presence, landscapes go through a spectacular change. The blossoming season reveals the natural green landscapes snuggled under the snow. The weather instills life back into the frozen expanse, visually celebrating the end of harsh winters.

Temperature

May's onset records an average high-temperature of a wintry 0.9°C (33.6°F), a near match to April's -1.2°C (29.8°F). May nights register a minor temperature decline, steadying at a freezing cold -3.4°C (25.9°F).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout May, 67mm (2.64") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kulusuk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 89.6 days and collects up to 905mm (35.63") of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Kulusuk, in May, during 9.8 snowfall days, 159mm (6.26") of snow is typically accumulated. In Kulusuk, during the entire year, snow falls for 106.3 days and aggregates up to 1593mm (62.72") of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 19h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 22:05. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 02:53 and sunset at 00:00 -01.

Sunshine

In Kulusuk, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Kulusuk. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during May leads to these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kulusuk in May?
May temperatures in Kulusuk vary between a high-temperature of 0.9°C (33.6°F) and a low-temperature of -3.4°C (25.9°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Kulusuk?
In Kulusuk, Greenland, the average relative humidity in May is 84%.
How much does it rain in Kulusuk in May?
In Kulusuk, Greenland, in May, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 67mm (2.64") of accumulated precipitation.
How much does it snow in Kulusuk in May?
In Kulusuk, in May, during 9.8 snowfall days, 159mm (6.26") of snow is typically accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Kulusuk have in May?
In May, the average day length is 19h and 8min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Kulusuk?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 04:46 and sunset at 22:05. On the last day of the month, in Kulusuk, sunrise is at 02:53 and sunset at 00:00 -01.
How many hours of sunshine does Kulusuk have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Kulusuk, Greenland, is 8.8h.
What is the month with the highest UV index in Kulusuk?
April through October, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the highest UV index in Kulusuk, Greenland.
What is the UV index reading in May in Kulusuk?
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
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Average visibility
Average temperature in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average temperature in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average high temperature in May: 0.9°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (5.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-5.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: -3.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (3.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-10.9°C).

Average pressure in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average pressure in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average pressure in May: 1014.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is June (1015.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (997.9mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average wind speed in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average wind speed in May: 15.4km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (26.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.7km/h).

Average humidity in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average humidity in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).

Average rainfall in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average rainfall in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall in May: 67mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (104mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is August (38mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average rainfall days in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average snowfall in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall in May: 159mm

The month with the highest snowfall is April (277mm).
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average snowfall days in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average snowfall days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (15.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 1h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average sunshine days in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.2 days).

Average UV index in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average UV index in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average UV index in May: 2

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

Average cloud cover in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average cloud cover in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 44).

Average visibility in May - Kulusuk, Greenland
Average visibility in May
Kulusuk, Greenland
  • Average visibility in May: 8km

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

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