May weather forecast
Akutan, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Akutan, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37.9°F (3.3°C) and max 41.4°F (5.2°C).

Temperature

Akutan records an average high-temperature of a still cold 41.4°F (5.2°C) in May, closely mirroring the climate of the previous month. May in Akutan is characterized by a steady nighttime low-temperature of 37.9°F (3.3°C).

Humidity

In Akutan, the average relative humidity in May is 87%.

Rainfall

In Akutan, in May, during 18.8 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Akutan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 198.8 days and collects up to 33.78" (858mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.1 snowfall days, in May, Akutan aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 78.3 snowfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Akutan, the average seawater temperature in May is 41.2°F (5.1°C).
Note: Dipping into 41.2°F (5.1°C) below 50°F (10°C) needs protective wear, or you'd face cold shock and breathing issues swiftly. Meanwhile, a slight swim around 55.4°F (13°C) feels cold to the bone.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 16h and 3min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 5.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Akutan in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Akutan, is 41.4°F (5.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 37.9°F (3.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 87%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Akutan, in May, it is raining for 18.8 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 4.1 snowfall days, in May, Akutan aggregates 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

How cold is the water in May?

In May, the average ocean temperature is 41.2°F (5.1°C). Swimming in 41.2°F (5.1°C) is considered life-threatening. Even a few minutes in 55.4°F (13°C) water is uncomfortable, and swimming below 50°F (10°C) may cause total loss of breathing control and cold shock, depending on a person's physique.

How many hours of daylight does Akutan have in May?

In May, the average day length is 16h and 3min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 10:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 11:25 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Akutan have in May?

In Akutan, the average sunshine duration in May is 5.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Akutan, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Akutan, AK

Average temperature in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 41.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is March (34.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 37.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (30.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Akutan, AK

Average pressure in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.84"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is January (29.5"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Akutan, AK

Average wind speed in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 10.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (16.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Akutan, AK

Average humidity in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 87%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (91%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are November and December (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").

Average rainfall days in May
Akutan, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Akutan, AK

Average snowfall in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (6.97").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Akutan, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (14.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Akutan, AK

Average sea temperature in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average sea temperature in May: 41.1°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (49.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (38.6°F).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Akutan, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in May
Akutan, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 7.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (3.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Akutan, AK

Average UV index in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, April and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Akutan, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 70

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 74).
The months with the least cloud cover are September and October (Cloud cover 66).

Average visibility in May
Akutan, AK

Average visibility in May - Akutan, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, July and December (5mi).

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