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
May's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's icy 42.6°F (5.9°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Yakutat, in May, logs an average low-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C), a subtle step down from daytime readings.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Yakutat is 78%.Rainfall
In Yakutat, in May, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.7 rainfall days, and 60.71" (1542mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Yakutat. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.3 snowfall days, in May, Yakutat aggregates 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Yakutat, during the entire year, snow falls for 45.2 days and aggregates up to 45.31" (1151mm) of snow.Ocean temperature
In Yakutat, the average seawater temperature in May is 46.4°F (8°C).Note: You can swim in 46.4°F (8°C) below 50°F (10°C) with proper thermal wear; failing that, the cold shock and respiratory challenges are nearly certain. A short span at 55.4°F (13°C) without it is tough.
Daylight
In Yakutat, Alaska, the average length of the day in May is 17h and 7min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 9:15 pm. On the last day of May, in Yakutat, sunrise is at 4:12 am and sunset at 10:21 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 7.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 3 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Ensure safety - Imperative it is to shield skin and eyes from damage. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Frequently asked questions
What are May temperatures in Yakutat?
What is the average humidity in May in Yakutat?
How much does it rain in Yakutat in May?
What is the last month it snows in Yakutat?
What is the ocean temperature in May in Yakutat?
What is the average length of the day in May in Yakutat?
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Yakutat?
How long on average sun shines in May in Yakutat?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Yakutat?
Average temperature in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 50.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (59.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 43.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (53.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is July (30.02"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (29.69"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is November (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).
Average humidity in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is July (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (8.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is June (2.32").
Average rainfall days in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.2"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (9.53").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is March (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average sea temperature in May: 46°F
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (57°F).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March and April (43°F).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average daylight in May: 17h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 18h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 6h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 7h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 7h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is November (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average UV index in May: 3
The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 4).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and November (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 67).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 55).
Average visibility in May
Yakutat, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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