May weather forecast
Northway, AK

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a mild month in Northway, Alaska, with an average temperature ranging between min 38.7°F (3.7°C) and max 56.5°F (13.6°C).

Temperature

As April transitions into May, a clear upsurge in temperatures is observed, with average highs advancing from a cold 35.1°F (1.7°C) to a refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C). In May, the recorded average low-temperature in Northway is an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Humidity

In Northway, the average relative humidity in May is 54%.

Rainfall

In Northway, during May, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Northway, during the entire year, the rain falls for 82.1 days and collects up to 7.56" (192mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Northway are January through May, August through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Northway aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Northway, there are 84.1 snowfall days, and 17.28" (439mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Northway, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 5min.
On the first day of May in Northway, Alaska, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 9:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 3:41 am and sunset at 11:09 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Northway is 11.8h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Exercise prevention - Warding off sunburn is urged. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May in Northway?

Northway in May has an average high-temperature of 56.5°F (13.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Northway?

In May, the average relative humidity in Northway, Alaska, is 54%.

How many days does it rain in May in Northway?

In Northway, in May, during 8.5 rainfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Northway?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Northway. During 2.3 snowfall days, in May, Northway aggregates 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Northway have in May?

In Northway, Alaska, the average day length in May is 18h and 5min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Northway?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 9:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Northway, Alaska, sunrise is at 3:41 am and sunset at 11:09 pm AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Northway have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Northway, Alaska, is 11.8h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Northway?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Northway is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Northway, AK

Average temperature in May - Northway, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 56.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (69.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-0.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 38.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (49.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-10.5°F).

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Average pressure in May
Northway, AK

Average pressure in May - Northway, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.88"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (30"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.78"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Northway, AK

Average wind speed in May - Northway, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (5.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is March (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Northway, AK

Average humidity in May - Northway, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 54%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (53%).

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Average rainfall in May
Northway, AK

Average rainfall in May - Northway, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.24").

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Average rainfall days in May
Northway, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Northway, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (13.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (1.3 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Northway, AK

Average snowfall in May - Northway, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Northway, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Northway, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (15.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Northway, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 18h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 20h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 13h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 1h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Northway, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Northway, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in May
Northway, AK

Average UV index in May - Northway, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Northway, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Northway, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 38).

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Average visibility in May
Northway, AK

Average visibility in May - Northway, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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