May weather forecast
Tenakee Springs, AK

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Tenakee Springs, is a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average high of 47.5°F (8.6°C).

Temperature

In Tenakee Springs, stepping into May brings a temperature increase, moving up from April's icy 37°F (2.8°C) to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). Throughout May, the average low-temperature in Tenakee Springs dips to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall in Tenakee Springs. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Tenakee Springs aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow. In Tenakee Springs, during the entire year, snow falls for 126.6 days and aggregates up to 290.12" (7369mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 16h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:09 am and sunset at 9:48 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Tenakee Springs, Alaska, is 6.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 3 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Tenakee Springs?

The high-temperature, in May, in Tenakee Springs, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C).

What is the least humid month in Tenakee Springs?

May is the least humid month in Tenakee Springs, with an average relative humidity of 86%.

What is the average humidity in May in Tenakee Springs?

In Tenakee Springs, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 86%.

What is the driest month in Tenakee Springs?

May is the month with the least rainfall in Tenakee Springs. Rain falls for 18.5 days and accumulates 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Tenakee Springs?

In Tenakee Springs, in May, during 18.5 rainfall days, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Tenakee Springs?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 3.2 snowfall days, in May, Tenakee Springs aggregates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Tenakee Springs have in May?

In May, the average day length in Tenakee Springs is 16h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Tenakee Springs?

On the first day of May in Tenakee Springs, sunrise is at 5:06 am and sunset at 8:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:09 am and sunset at 9:48 pm AKDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Tenakee Springs?

In Tenakee Springs, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Tenakee Springs?

The months with the highest UV index in Tenakee Springs are May and July, with an average maximum UV index of 3.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Tenakee Springs?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Tenakee Springs, Alaska, is 3. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average temperature in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 47.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (55.8°F).
The months with the lowest average high temperature are January and December (25.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (45.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (17.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average pressure in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.03"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average wind speed in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are June and July (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average humidity in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (92%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (86%).

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Average rainfall in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average rainfall in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (9.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (4.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average snowfall in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (62.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (21.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 6h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 2h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10 days

The month with the most sunshine days is May (10 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (6.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average UV index in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are May and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, April, October, November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average cloud cover in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average cloud cover in May: 61

The months with the most cloud cover are January and November (Cloud cover 72).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 61).

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Average visibility in May
Tenakee Springs, AK

Average visibility in May - Tenakee Springs, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 4mi

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

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