Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May brings a temperature increase, with average high-temperatures moving from April's icy 39.6°F to a cool 51.1°F. Throughout the May nights, Anchorage encounters a low-temperature of 40.5°F.Humidity
May is the least humid month in Anchorage, with an average relative humidity of 68%.Rainfall
May is the month with the least rainfall in Anchorage, Alaska. Rain falls for 11.5 days and accumulates 0.55" of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Anchorage. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Anchorage aggregates 0.12" of snow. Throughout the year, there are 59.3 snowfall days, and 23.5" of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature in Anchorage, Alaska, is 42.4°F.Note: Swimming in 42.4°F is deemed hazardous. Exposure to temperatures below 50°F leads to immediate severe cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Anchorage is 17h and 33min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 10:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 11:17 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine in Anchorage are May and June, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May leads to these instructions:
Preventative actions are necessary - Recommendations to ward off sunburn are given. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
FAQ
What is the temperature in May in Anchorage?
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What is the ocean temperature in May in Anchorage?
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When are sunrise and sunset in May in Anchorage?
What are the months with the most sunshine in Anchorage?
How long on average sun shines in May in Anchorage?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Anchorage?
Average temperature in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 51.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (61.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 40.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (51.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (13.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are November and December (29.67"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average humidity in May: 68%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and March (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.55").
Average rainfall days in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.12"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (5.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 42.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (35.8°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 36min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 11h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (11.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is February (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 38
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 38).
Average visibility in May
Anchorage, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (5mi).
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