May weather forecast
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a subzero cold month in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature significantly increases from a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in April to a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C). In May, in Prudhoe Bay, the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Prudhoe Bay is 92%.

Rainfall

In Prudhoe Bay, during May, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation. In Prudhoe Bay, during the entire year, the rain falls for 52.1 days and collects up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, during May, snow falls for 9.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 122.8 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In Prudhoe Bay, the average length of the day in May is 9h and 24min.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, is 2.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Prudhoe Bay is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in May transform into the following instructions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Tightly woven, loose-fitting clothes provide additional protection from the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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FAQ

What is the temperature in May in Prudhoe Bay?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, is 30°F (-1.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 21.6°F (-5.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Prudhoe Bay?

In Prudhoe Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 92%.

How many days does it rain in May in Prudhoe Bay?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, in May, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.24" (6mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Prudhoe Bay in May?

In Prudhoe Bay, in May, during 9.6 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

How many hours of daylight does Prudhoe Bay have in May?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, the average day length in May is 9h and 24min.

How long on average sun shines in May in Prudhoe Bay?

In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 2.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Prudhoe Bay?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average temperature in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 30°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (51.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-7.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (40.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-16.6°F).

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Average pressure in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average pressure in May - Prudhoe Bay, 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
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average wind speed in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (11.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (9.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average humidity in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 92%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (76%).

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Average rainfall in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average rainfall in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.83").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, April and December (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (11.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average snowfall in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is November (1.81").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.2 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 9h and 24min

The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 13min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 2h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 6h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is June (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (14 days).

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Average UV index in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average UV index in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 2

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

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Average cloud cover in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 68

The months with the most cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 76).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 45).

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Average visibility in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK

Average visibility in May - Prudhoe Bay, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

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

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