May weather forecastEster, AK
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is a moderate month in Ester, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average high of 59.4°F (15.2°C) and an average low of 39.7°F (4.3°C).Temperature
The arrival of May signals a clear increase in the average high-temperature, soaring from an icy 38.5°F (3.6°C) in April to a refreshing 59.4°F (15.2°C). In Ester, an average temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) is noted during May nights.Humidity
In Ester, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.Rainfall
In Ester, in May, during 11.7 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 98.7 rainfall days, and 10.75" (273mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Ester aggregates 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Ester, during the entire year, snow falls for 78.4 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 18h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 10:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:32 am and sunset at 12:07 am AKDT.
Sunshine
In Ester, the average sunshine in May is 11.7h.UV index
In Ester, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - It is advised to guard against sun damage. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Ester, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (71.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 39.7°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).
Average pressure in May
Ester, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Ester, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (4.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, August, October, November and December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Ester, AK
- Average humidity in May: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Ester, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.63"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in May
Ester, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Ester, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.35"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (5.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Ester, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ester, AK
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Ester, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Ester, AK
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Ester, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 40
The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are May and June (Cloud cover 40).
Average visibility in May
Ester, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (3mi).
