May weather forecast
Wales, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a wintry month in Wales, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 28°F (-2.2°C) and max 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows an increase, moving up from a freezing cold 23.2°F (-4.9°C) in April to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C). In the month of May, Wales experiences a minor discrepancy from peak daytime temperatures, settling at an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 89%.

Rainfall

In Wales, during May, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wales, there are 86.5 rainfall days, and 14.25" (362mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, September through December are months with snowfall. In Wales, Alaska, in May, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Wales, during the entire year, snow falls for 90 days and aggregates up to 20.51" (521mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Wales, the average length of the day in May is 19h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 11:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 1:46 am AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 3.9h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in May interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in May?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 28°F (-2.2°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 89%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wales, in May, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in May?

In Wales, in May, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Wales have in May?

The average day length in May is 19h and 13min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 11:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 1:46 am AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 3.9h.

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Wales, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 33.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (50°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (9°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (45.3°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are February and March (1.8°F).

Average pressure in May
Wales, AK

Average pressure in May - Wales, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.72"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wales, AK

Average wind speed in May - Wales, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 12mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (17.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (12mph).

Average humidity in May
Wales, AK

Average humidity in May - Wales, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 89%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (79%).

Average rainfall in May
Wales, AK

Average rainfall in May - Wales, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.01").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Wales, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Wales, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (1.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wales, AK

Average snowfall in May - Wales, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wales, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Wales, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (13 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wales, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 22h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 3h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wales, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Wales, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (11.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Wales, AK

Average UV index in May - Wales, AK
  • 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 January, February, March, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Wales, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Wales, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 64

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 52).

Average visibility in May
Wales, AK

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

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

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