May weather forecastWasilla, AK
May
Weather in May
May represents the cusp of summer with minimal traces of the past winter apparent. The most apparent change lies in the disappearance of measurable snowfall, allowing the beauty of Alaska's nature to emerge. The end of May sees the sunrise as early as 4 a.m. and sunset well past 10 p.m. Warmer temperatures set the stage for more ambitious outdoor activities, with residents trading their snow boots for hiking shoes. The greens start appearing, presenting Wasilla as a nature enthusiast’s paradise.Temperature
Wasilla sees an increase in average high-temperatures during May, moving from a wintry 38.8°F (3.8°C) in April to a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C). Wasilla, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a cold 37.4°F (3°C).Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 65%, May is the least humid month.Rainfall
In Wasilla, in May, during 11 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 124.6 rainfall days, and 7.36" (187mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.5 snowfall days, in May, Wasilla aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Wasilla, during the entire year, snow falls for 50.5 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 17h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 10:06 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:29 am and sunset at 11:21 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
With an average of 12h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 3 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Undertake protective steps - Obligation to safeguard skin and eyes from harm is in place. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 52.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (63.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.3°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 37.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (47.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (8.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (29.96"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is December (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 4.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, November and December (4.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4mph).
Average humidity in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average humidity in May: 65%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (87%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (65%).
Average rainfall in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (0.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 11 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (14 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July and August (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 19h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 5h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h).
Average sunshine days in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 4).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The months with the most cloud cover are April and August (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are January and May (Cloud cover 37).
Average visibility in May
Wasilla, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is March (4mi).
