May weather forecast
Hyder, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a chilly month in Hyder, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

Hyder in May shows a temperature shift, moving from an average high of a wintry 35.6°F (2°C) in April to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature records at an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

Rainfall

In Hyder, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 179.3 rainfall days, and 48.31" (1227mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hyder aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. In Hyder, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.9 days and aggregates up to 90.94" (2310mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hyder, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:02 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Take heed. Individuals of lighter complexion can be burned in less than half an hour. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Hyder during May are 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The months with the lowest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 82%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How much does it rain in Hyder in May?

In Hyder, in May, during 16.3 rainfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Hyder aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May is 16h and 21min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hyder?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:02 am and sunset at 9:13 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 7.7h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Hyder, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Hyder, AK

Average temperature in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (21.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (13.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Hyder, AK

Average pressure in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Hyder, AK

Average wind speed in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June, July and August (4.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Hyder, AK

Average humidity in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (94%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June and July (82%).

Average rainfall in May
Hyder, AK

Average rainfall in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.89"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (7.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.57").

Average rainfall days in May
Hyder, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is April (21 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February, July and December (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in May
Hyder, AK

Average snowfall in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (23.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Hyder, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 2min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Hyder, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (6.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Hyder, AK

Average UV index in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Hyder, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 57

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 57).

Average visibility in May
Hyder, AK

Average visibility in May - Hyder, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (3mi).

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