Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average sea temperature in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May in Kotzebue sees a rise in the average high-temperature, climbing from a freezing cold 25.3°F (-3.7°C) in April to a wintry 37.9°F (3.3°C). Nighttime readings in Kotzebue during May register a minimal drop from daytime highs, averaging at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Kotzebue is 82%.Rainfall
In Kotzebue, Alaska, in May, during 8.4 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kotzebue, during the entire year, the rain falls for 83.3 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Kotzebue are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Kotzebue, Alaska. During 5.8 snowfall days, in May, Kotzebue aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 86.9 snowfall days, and 21.46" (545mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Kotzebue, in May, the average water temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Note: In relation to swimming, this scenario is excessively cold, perilous, and a direct threat to life. Hypothermia strikes rapidly in the absence of insulated waterproof gear.
Daylight
With an average of 20h and 0min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year in Kotzebue, Alaska.On the first day of May in Kotzebue, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 11:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:17 am and sunset at 2:18 am AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: An average UV index of 3 in May transforms into this advice:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Frequently asked questions
How cold does it get in Kotzebue in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Kotzebue?
How much does it rain in Kotzebue in May?
What is the last month it snows in Kotzebue?
How cold is the water in May in Kotzebue?
When are the longest days in Kotzebue?
How many hours of daylight does Kotzebue have in May?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Kotzebue?
How long on average sun shines in May in Kotzebue?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Kotzebue?
What is the UV index reading in May in Kotzebue?
Average temperature in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 37.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (6.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 30°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (48.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-1.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.96"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are September and October (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (13.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (7.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (90%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (0.47").
Average rainfall days in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (3.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 5.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (12.6 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 31.4°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is December (29.4°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average daylight in May: 20h and 0min
The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 4h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 7h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 17.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13 days).
Average UV index in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, April, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 63).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Kotzebue, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (5mi).
Kotzebue, Alaska, USA
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