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
May
Weather in May
Temperature
A notable increase in the average high-temperature is observed during May, soaring from a frigid cold 13.5°F (-10.3°C) in April to a freezing cold 30°F (-1.1°C). Nighttime temperature reflects an average dip to 21.6°F (-5.8°C) in May, subtly cooler than its daytime highs.Humidity
In Prudhoe Bay, the average relative humidity in May is 92%.Rainfall
In Prudhoe Bay, in May, during 4 rainfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 52.1 rainfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through June, August through December are months with snowfall. In Prudhoe Bay, in May, during 9.6 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prudhoe Bay, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 122.8 days and aggregates up to 10.24" (260mm) of snow.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 9h and 24min.Sunshine
In Prudhoe Bay, the average sunshine in May is 2.7h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: An average UV index of 2 in May transforms into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
How cold is it in May?
What is the average humidity in May?
How much does it rain in May?
How many days does it snow in May?
How many hours of daylight does Prudhoe Bay have in May?
How many hours of sunshine does Prudhoe Bay have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Prudhoe Bay?
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Prudhoe Bay, AK
- Average daylight in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 2h and 4min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).