May weather forecast
New Igloo, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an icy month in New Igloo, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.5°F (3.6°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of May sees a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C) in April to a cold 38.5°F (3.6°C). The month of May is marked by an average minimum temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C), slightly cooler than its daytime counterpart.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in New Igloo, Alaska, is 82%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 7.4 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in New Igloo are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in New Igloo. During 4.2 snowfall days, in May, New Igloo aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In New Igloo, during the entire year, snow falls for 65.1 days and aggregates up to 25" (635mm) of snow.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 18h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 11:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 1:22 am AKDT.

Sunshine

With an average of 7.2h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index in New Igloo. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 3 during May translates into these guidelines:
Be careful. Light complexion individuals might get burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is May cold in New Igloo?

New Igloo in May has an average high-temperature of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

What is the average humidity in May in New Igloo?

The average relative humidity in May in New Igloo is 82%.

What is the driest month in New Igloo?

The month with the least rainfall in New Igloo is May, when the rain falls for 7.4 days and typically collects 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in New Igloo in May?

In New Igloo, during May, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in New Igloo?

May is the last month it regularly snows in New Igloo. During 4.2 snowfall days, in May, New Igloo aggregates 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does New Igloo have in May?

In New Igloo, Alaska, the average day length in May is 18h and 58min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in New Igloo?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 11:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in New Igloo, Alaska, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 1:22 am AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in New Igloo?

The month with the most sunshine in New Igloo is May, with an average of 7.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does New Igloo have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in New Igloo, Alaska, is 7.2h.

When is the highest UV index in New Igloo?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the highest UV index.

How high is the UV index in May in New Igloo?

In New Igloo, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
New Igloo, AK

Average temperature in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (54.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (10.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 32.4°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (48.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
New Igloo, AK

Average pressure in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is May (29.94"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is October (29.7"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
New Igloo, AK

Average wind speed in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (13.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (8mph).

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Average humidity in May
New Igloo, AK

Average humidity in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
New Igloo, AK

Average rainfall in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (0.71").

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Average rainfall days in May
New Igloo, AK

Average rainfall days in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
New Igloo, AK

Average snowfall in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
New Igloo, AK

Average snowfall days in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.3 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
New Igloo, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 19h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 3h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
New Igloo, AK

Average sunshine days in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
New Igloo, AK

Average UV index in May - New Igloo, 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 January, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
New Igloo, AK

Average cloud cover in May - New Igloo, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).

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Average visibility in May
New Igloo, AK

Average visibility in May - New Igloo, 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).

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