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 sea temperature 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
Seward's weather in May shows a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving slightly up from April's icy 35.4°F (1.9°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Seward documents an average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) for the nights of May.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 82%.Rainfall
In Seward, during May, the rain falls for 16 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.82" (97mm) of precipitation. In Seward, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.9 days and collects up to 56.06" (1424mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.8 snowfall days, in May, Seward aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 72 snowfall days, and 73.19" (1859mm) of snow is accumulated.Ocean temperature
In Seward, the average seawater temperature in May is 45.1°F (7.3°C).Note: Beware of 45.1°F (7.3°C) waters at 55.4°F (13°C), they're uninviting, and a dip below 50°F (10°C) has risks of breath loss and cold shock, contingent on health.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Seward is 17h and 16min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 9:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 11:05 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Seward, Alaska, is 8.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Seward is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. 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.
Frequently asked questions
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How cold is the water in May in Seward?
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What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Seward?
How many hours of sunshine does Seward have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Seward?
Average temperature in May
Seward, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 44.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (56.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 35.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Seward, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.61"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Seward, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 5.4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is June (4.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Seward, AK
- Average humidity in May: 82%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, April and December (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (80%).
Average rainfall in May
Seward, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 3.82"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (7.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.09").
Average rainfall days in May
Seward, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Seward, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (18.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Seward, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (14.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Seward, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 45.2°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (56°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (39°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Seward, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 2min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Seward, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (13.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (10.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Seward, AK
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Seward, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and November (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in May
Seward, AK
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May and December (5mi).
Seward, Alaska, USA
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