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 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
The shift into May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 32.7°F (0.4°C) in April to a still wintry 39.9°F (4.4°C). An average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C) characterizes Platinum's May nights.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 84%.Rainfall
The months with the least rainfall are May and June Rain falls for 10.2 days and accumulates 0.94" (24mm) of rain.Snowfall
January through June, September through December are months with snowfall in Platinum. In Platinum, in May, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Platinum, during the entire year, snow falls for 71.1 days and aggregates up to 21.65" (550mm) of snow.Daylight
In Platinum, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 59min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 10:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 11:44 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 8.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Platinum.UV index
In Platinum, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in May in Platinum?
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How high is the UV index in May in Platinum?
Average temperature in May
Platinum, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 39.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (53.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (50.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is March (19.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Platinum, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.87"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.95"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.56"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Platinum, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 13.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (21.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (12.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Platinum, AK
- Average humidity in May: 84%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and July (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (79%).
Average rainfall in May
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.94"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (3.7").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are May and June (0.94").
Average rainfall days in May
Platinum, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (4.4 days).
Average snowfall in May
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.55"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.65").
The months with the least snowfall are July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Platinum, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 3.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (11.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Platinum, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 2h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Platinum, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7 days).
Average UV index in May
Platinum, AK
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Platinum, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 54).
Average visibility in May
Platinum, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, November and December (5mi).
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