May weather forecast
Holy Cross, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a cool month in Holy Cross, Alaska, with an average temperature varying between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 52.7°F (11.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May sees a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, escalating from a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) to a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C). During May, Holy Cross's temperature averages to a wintry 36.5°F (2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Holy Cross is 70%.

Rainfall

In Holy Cross, in May, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.8 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Holy Cross are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Holy Cross. During 4.2 snowfall days, in May, Holy Cross aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Holy Cross, during the entire year, snow falls for 111.6 days and aggregates up to 51.93" (1319mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Holy Cross, Alaska, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 10:51 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 12:10 am AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Holy Cross is 8.3h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Holy Cross. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 4 translates into the following recommendations:
Take measures. Individuals with light skin might experience burns in under 30 minutes. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Holy Cross?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 52.7°F (11.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C) respectively.

What is the average humidity in May in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, the average relative humidity in May is 70%.

How much does it rain in Holy Cross in May?

In Holy Cross, in May, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Holy Cross?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Holy Cross. During 4.2 snowfall days, in May, Holy Cross aggregates 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Holy Cross have in May?

In Holy Cross, the average day length in May is 17h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Holy Cross?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 10:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Holy Cross, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 12:10 am AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Holy Cross?

In Holy Cross, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.3h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Holy Cross?

The months with the highest UV index in Holy Cross, Alaska, are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4.

What is the UV index reading in May in Holy Cross?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Holy Cross is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average temperature in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 52.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (64.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-3.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average pressure in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.9"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.91"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average wind speed in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average humidity in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 70%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (95%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

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Average rainfall in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (10.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (18.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 8h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average UV index in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 71).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 48).

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Average visibility in May
Holy Cross, AK

Average visibility in May - Holy Cross, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are May and June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April and December (3mi).

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