May weather forecast
Wells, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a chilly month in Wells, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a temperature rise, moving from a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in April to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Wells sees an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) during May.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 78%, May is the least humid month.

Rainfall

In Wells, in May, it is raining for 17.7 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wells, there are 200.4 rainfall days, and 48.03" (1220mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Wells. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Wells aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Wells, during the entire year, snow falls for 83.4 days and aggregates up to 86.57" (2199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 17h and 5min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 3:58 am and sunset at 10:04 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in May suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively.

What is the least humid month?

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Wells, during May, the rain falls for 17.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Wells aggregates 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Wells, the average day length in May is 17h and 5min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:58 am and sunset at 10:04 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Wells have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Wells?

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

Average temperature in May - Wells, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (21.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (12.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Wells, AK

Average pressure in May - Wells, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.01"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.81"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Wells, AK

Average wind speed in May - Wells, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Wells, AK

Average humidity in May - Wells, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (78%).

Average rainfall in May
Wells, AK

Average rainfall in May - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (5.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.2").

Average rainfall days in May
Wells, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Wells, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Wells, AK

Average snowfall in May - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (21.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Wells, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Wells, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wells, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Wells, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Wells, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (10.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (6.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Wells, AK

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

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

Average cloud cover in May
Wells, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Wells, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 47).

Average visibility in May
Wells, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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