May weather forecast
Shungnak, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Shungnak, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and an average high of 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions markedly change with the average high-temperature ascending from a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) in April to a chilly 46°F (7.8°C). In May, Shungnak's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Shungnak, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Shungnak, Alaska, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout May, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shungnak, during the entire year, the rain falls for 84.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, September through December are months with snowfall in Shungnak. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 5.7 snowfall days, in May, Shungnak aggregates 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Shungnak, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 91.1 days and aggregates up to 61.46" (1561mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 20h and 0min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year in Shungnak.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 11:18 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 2:56 am and sunset at 1:56 am AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Shungnak, Alaska, is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Shungnak are May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 4 during May translates into the following directions:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Shungnak in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Shungnak, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Shungnak?

In Shungnak, Alaska, during May, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Shungnak?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Shungnak. During 5.7 snowfall days, in May, Shungnak aggregates 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

When are the longest days in Shungnak?

With an average of 20h and 0min of daylight, May has the longest days of the year in Shungnak, Alaska.

How many hours of daylight does Shungnak have in May?

In Shungnak, the average day length in May is 20h and 0min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Shungnak?

On the first day of May in Shungnak, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 11:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 2:56 am and sunset at 1:56 am AKDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Shungnak have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Shungnak is 4.9h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Shungnak?

May through July, with an average maximum UV index of 4, are months with the highest UV index in Shungnak.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Shungnak?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Shungnak, AK

Average temperature in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (66°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 31.8°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 (-11.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Shungnak, AK

Average pressure in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.79"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Shungnak, AK

Average wind speed in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is December (5.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January, April, July, August and September (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in May
Shungnak, AK

Average humidity in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and April (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (55%).

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Average rainfall in May
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Shungnak, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (13.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Shungnak, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (14.1 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 20h and 0min

The month with the longest days is May (Average daylight: 20h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is June (Average daylight: 0h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 8h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 0h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Shungnak, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Shungnak, AK

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, March, April, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Shungnak, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Shungnak, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are February and August (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 41).

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Average visibility in May
Shungnak, AK

Average visibility in May - Shungnak, 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, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).

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