May weather forecastWainwright, AK
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a subzero cold month in Wainwright, Alaska, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) and an average high of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).Temperature
With the onset of May, Wainwright's average high-temperature experiences a noticeable rise, advancing from April's 14.4°F (-9.8°C) to a still freezing cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The temperature during May experiences a small drop from daytime peaks, recording an average of 23.2°F (-4.9°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 89%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout May, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 66.3 rainfall days, and 7.99" (203mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through December are months with snowfall. In Wainwright, during May, snow falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 134.6 snowfall days, and 19.88" (505mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 8h and 5min.Sunshine
In Wainwright, the average sunshine in May is 1.3h.UV index
In Wainwright, Alaska, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in May translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 30.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (49.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (-1.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 23.2°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 (-10.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average pressure in May: 30.05"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is March (30.08"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.84"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 10.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (14.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is May (10.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average humidity in May: 89%
The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February, March and December (94%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).
Average rainfall in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.43"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.34").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (13 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is October (3.43").
The month with the least snowfall is July (0.08").
Average snowfall days in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is December (18.4 days).
The month with the least snowfall days is July (0.9 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average daylight in May: 8h and 6min
The month with the longest days is August (Average daylight: 18h and 24min).
The months with the shortest days are June and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 1h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is June (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (9.6 days).
Average UV index in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average UV index in May: 2
The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, September, October, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 68
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 84).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 47).
Average visibility in May
Wainwright, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and March (4mi).
