May weather forecast
Hope, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hope, is a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

May sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a wintry 33.4°F (0.8°C) in April to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In May, in Hope, the average low-temperature is an icy 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hope is 82%.

Rainfall

In Hope, in May, it is raining for 16 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hope, Alaska, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.6 days and collects up to 23.62" (600mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Hope aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Hope, during the entire year, snow falls for 92.4 days and aggregates up to 43.31" (1100mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Hope, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 10:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 11:15 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 8.5h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Hope is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During May, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hope in May?

In Hope, 43.5°F (6.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32°F (0°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What is the average humidity in May in Hope?

In Hope, the average relative humidity in May is 82%.

How many days does it rain in May in Hope?

In Hope, in May, during 16 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Hope?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Hope. During 1.8 snowfall days, in May, Hope aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hope have in May?

The average day length in May in Hope is 17h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hope?

On the first day of May in Hope, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 10:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:37 am and sunset at 11:15 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Hope?

With an average of 8.5h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Hope, Alaska.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hope?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Hope is 8.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Hope?

In Hope, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Hope, AK

Average temperature in May - Hope, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (44.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hope, AK

Average pressure in May - Hope, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.66"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Hope, AK

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are November and December (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hope, AK

Average humidity in May - Hope, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hope, AK

Average rainfall in May - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hope, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Hope, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hope, AK

Average snowfall in May - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (9.57").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hope, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Hope, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.6 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
Hope, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hope, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 17h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hope, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Hope, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hope, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
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
Hope, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Hope, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 70).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).

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Average visibility in May
Hope, AK

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

The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (4mi).

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