May weather forecast
Hughes, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Hughes, is a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) and an average high of 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

As Hughes transitions into May, a marked increase in the average high-temperature is observed, rising from a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in April to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature dips to a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Hughes is 74%.

Rainfall

In Hughes, in May, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hughes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 80.4 days and collects up to 13.43" (341mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Hughes, Alaska. In Hughes, in May, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hughes, there are 113.1 snowfall days, and 53.5" (1359mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Hughes, the average length of the day in May is 19h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 10:59 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 3:25 am and sunset at 1:03 am AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Hughes, Alaska, is 7.4h.

UV index

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Hughes. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hughes in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Hughes, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Hughes?

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in Hughes in May?

In Hughes, Alaska, in May, during 12.2 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in May in Hughes?

In Hughes, in May, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Hughes have in May?

In May, the average day length in Hughes is 19h and 26min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Hughes?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:28 am and sunset at 10:59 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hughes, sunrise is at 3:25 am and sunset at 1:03 am AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Hughes?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Hughes?

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

How high is the UV index in May in Hughes?

In Hughes, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Hughes, AK

Average temperature in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-3.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 33.4°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 (-13.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Hughes, AK

Average pressure in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.92"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Hughes, AK

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Hughes, AK

Average humidity in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March and April (96%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (57%).

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Average rainfall in May
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.51").

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Average rainfall days in May
Hughes, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (8.54").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Hughes, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is April (17.9 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 2min

The month with the longest days is July (Average daylight: 20h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Hughes, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (10.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Hughes, AK

Average UV index in May - Hughes, 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, April, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Hughes, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Hughes, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 59

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 78).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 46).

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Average visibility in May
Hughes, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are June and July (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and April (2mi).

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