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
With the onset of May, Valdez's average high-temperature sees a rise, moving from April's freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) to a wintry 40.6°F (4.8°C). The average temperature in Valdez drops to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C) during the night in the month of May.Humidity
The months with the lowest humidity are May through July and November, with an average relative humidity of 83%.Rainfall
In Valdez, during May, the rain falls for 17 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Valdez, there are 167.5 rainfall days, and 56.73" (1441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Valdez are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows in Valdez. During 1.3 snowfall days, in May, Valdez aggregates 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Valdez, Alaska, during the entire year, snow falls for 88.9 days and aggregates up to 114.06" (2897mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In May, the average ocean temperature is 46.4°F (8°C).Note: Caution: 46.4°F (8°C) temperatures below 50°F (10°C) during swimming can result in intense cold shock and quickened breathing.
Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Valdez is 17h and 32min.On the first day of May in Valdez, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 9:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:22 am and sunset at 11:04 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Valdez is 8.9h.UV index
In Valdez, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. 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. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
Is it cold in Valdez during May?
What are the least humid months in Valdez?
What is the average humidity in May in Valdez?
How much does it rain in Valdez in May?
What is the last month it snows in Valdez?
What is the ocean temperature in May in Valdez?
How many hours of daylight does Valdez have in May?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Valdez?
How many hours of sunshine does Valdez have in May?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Valdez?
Average temperature in May
Valdez, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 40.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (53.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (43.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (10°F).
Average pressure in May
Valdez, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.98"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Valdez, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Valdez, AK
- Average humidity in May: 83%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January and April (88%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May, June, July and November (83%).
Average rainfall in May
Valdez, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 3.19"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (7.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Valdez, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 17 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Valdez, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (26.73").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Valdez, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (17.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Valdez, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 46.5°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is July (56.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (38.9°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Valdez, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 9h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Valdez, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and May (12.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is December (9.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Valdez, 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 January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Valdez, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
Average visibility in May
Valdez, AK
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The month with the highest visibility is June (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and April (4mi).
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