May weather forecast
Wrangell, AK

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A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains
A stunning view of Wrangell within St Elias National Park in Alaska, featuring a landscape of water, fields, and distant snowy mountains

Weather in May

May marks the beginning of the warmer period in Wrangell, with temperatures reaching a welcome 51.6°F (10.9°C). The last vestiges of snow disappear as the landscape is engulfed by springtime bloom. The rapidly increasing daylight hours make for longer sightseeing times. Expect to enjoy the sight of blooming wildflowers against the backdrop of distant snow-topped mountains.

Temperature

A slight uplift in the average high-temperature marks May, adjusting from April's frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C) to a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C). An average low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) is recorded in the month of May.

Humidity

May is the least humid month in Wrangell, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

May is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 17.1 days and accumulates 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows in Wrangell. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wrangell aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 47.5 snowfall days, and 58.23" (1479mm) of snow is accumulated.

Ocean temperature

In Wrangell, Alaska, in May, the average water temperature is 46°F (7.8°C).
Note: Immersing oneself in 46°F (7.8°C) at sub14°F (-10°C) temperatures is a recipe for harsh cold shock and quickened breathing unless adequately equipped.

Daylight

In Wrangell, the average length of the day in May is 16h and 28min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of May, in Wrangell, Alaska, sunrise is at 4:07 am and sunset at 9:26 pm AKDT.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Wrangell, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 3 during May morphs into the following directions:
Safety measures are advised. Light-skinned individuals may experience burns in under half an hour. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Wrangell?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 51.6°F (10.9°C) and a low-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

What is the least humid month in Wrangell?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, May is the least humid month in Wrangell, Alaska.

What is the average humidity in May in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, Alaska, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

What is the driest month in Wrangell?

The month with the least rainfall in Wrangell is May, when the rain falls for 17.1 days and typically collects 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in May in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, during May, the rain falls for 17.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Wrangell?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Wrangell. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Wrangell aggregates 0.12" (3mm) of snow.

What is the ocean temperature in May in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, the average seawater temperature in May is 46°F (7.8°C). Swimming in 46°F (7.8°C) is considered dangerous. Unprotected immersion in temperatures below 50°F (10°C) causes quickly maximum intensity cold shock with hyperventilation.

How many hours of daylight does Wrangell have in May?

In Wrangell, the average day length in May is 16h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Wrangell?

On the first day of May in Wrangell, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 8:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:07 am and sunset at 9:26 pm AKDT.

What month has the most sunshine in Wrangell?

May has the most sunshine of the year in Wrangell, Alaska, with an average of 7.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in May in Wrangell?

In Wrangell, Alaska, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.4h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Wrangell?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Wrangell is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Wrangell, AK

Average temperature in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average high temperature in May: 51.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Wrangell, AK

Average pressure in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.05"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.8"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Wrangell, AK

Average wind speed in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average wind speed in May: 4.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Wrangell, AK

Average humidity in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average humidity in May: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and August (86%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (81%).

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Average rainfall in May
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (6.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is May (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in May
Wrangell, AK

Average rainfall days in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average rainfall days in May: 17.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.12"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (13.46").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Wrangell, AK

Average snowfall days in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (10.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Wrangell, AK

Average sea temperature in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average sea temperature in May: 46°F

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (54.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is March (41.5°F).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average daylight in May: 16h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 17h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 7h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and November (Average sunshine: 3h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Wrangell, AK

Average sunshine days in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (12.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Wrangell, AK

Average UV index in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average UV index in May: 3

The months with the highest UV index are July and August (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are November and December (UV index 1).

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Average cloud cover in May
Wrangell, AK

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 66).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and May (Cloud cover 54).

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Average visibility in May
Wrangell, AK

Average visibility in May - Wrangell, AK
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, July and August (5mi).

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