May weather forecastSaattut, Greenland
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Saattut, is another freezing cold month, with an average temperature varying between -1.5°C (29.3°F) and -8°C (17.6°F).Temperature
The arrival of May brings a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature escalating from a freezing cold -6.9°C (19.6°F) in April to a still subzero cold -1.5°C (29.3°F). During the nights in May, Saattut observes an average low-temperature of -8°C (17.6°F).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are May and June, with an average relative humidity of 84%.Rainfall
In Saattut, in May, during 8.9 rainfall days, 18mm (0.71") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saattut, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95 days and collects up to 212mm (8.35") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall. In Saattut, Greenland, in May, snow falls for 11.5 days, with typically accumulated 102mm (4.02") of snow. Throughout the year, in Saattut, there are 123.2 snowfall days, and 906mm (35.67") of snow is accumulated.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Saattut is 8h and 7min.Sunshine
In Saattut, the average sunshine in May is 4.2h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index in Saattut are January through September and November, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average high temperature in May: -1.5°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (6.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-16.3°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (2.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (-22.2°C).
Average pressure in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average pressure in May: 1014.8mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (1014.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (1003.8mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average wind speed in May: 8.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (8.2km/h).
Average humidity in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (84%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average rainfall in May: 18mm
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (26mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (7mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average snowfall in May: 102mm
The month with the highest snowfall is October (134mm).
The month with the least snowfall is August (6mm).
Average snowfall days in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average snowfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.8 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.6 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average daylight in May: 8h and 6min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 4h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).
Average sunshine days in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and November (UV index 2).
The months with the lowest UV index are October and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average cloud cover in May: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 36).
Average visibility in May
Saattut, Greenland
- Average visibility in May: 9km
The month with the highest visibility is August (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (9km).
