May weather forecast
Kaktovik, AK

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Weather in May

May in Kaktovik showcases further shifts in climate as Spring becomes more prevalent. The most noticeable change is the considerable escalation of daylight hours to 22.5 hours, indicating the onset of the Midnight Sun phenomenon. The mercury climbs higher as average temperatures hover around the freezing point, contributing to the thawing landscape. Snowfall reduces dramatically, and rainfall becomes more frequent. May paints a different picture of Kaktovik, shedding the frost-laden landscape into a terrain of renewed possibility.

Temperature

Kaktovik witnesses a significant increase in the average high-temperature with the arrival of May, rising from April's freezing cold 14.5°F (-9.7°C) to a still subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C). A mild drop to an average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) marks the nights during May.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 90%.

Rainfall

In Kaktovik, Alaska, in May, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kaktovik, there are 60.7 rainfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall in Kaktovik, Alaska. In Kaktovik, during May, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. In Kaktovik, during the entire year, snow falls for 108.6 days and aggregates up to 17.83" (453mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 20min.

Sunshine

In Kaktovik, the average sunshine in May is 3.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaktovik are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 1 translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is May in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, in May, the average high-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.2°F (-4.9°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, the average relative humidity in May is 90%.

How many days does it rain in May in Kaktovik?

In May, in Kaktovik, the rain falls for 4.6 days. Throughout May, 0.28" (7mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Kaktovik in May?

In Kaktovik, Alaska, in May, during 6.3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the average length of the day in May in Kaktovik?

The average day length in May in Kaktovik is 9h and 20min.

How many hours of sunshine does Kaktovik have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Kaktovik is 3.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Kaktovik?

The months with the lowest UV index in Kaktovik are January through May, August through December, with an average maximum UV index of 1.

How high is the UV index in May in Kaktovik?

In Kaktovik, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 1. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average temperature in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 31.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (48.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-5.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 23.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (39.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average pressure in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 30.06"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.07"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average wind speed in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (10.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average humidity in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 90%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (79%).

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Average rainfall in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average rainfall in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.07").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.1 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 3h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (12.4 days).

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Average UV index in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average UV index in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 1

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Kaktovik, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Kaktovik, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 73).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 40).

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Average visibility in May
Kaktovik, AK

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

The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and December (4mi).

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