May weather forecastYakutat, AK
May
Weather in May
May introduces Yakutat, Alaska to a milder climate, characterized by noticeable rises in temperature and extended daylight hours. Emphasizing the new seasonal trend, snowfall diminishes to a mere 0.2" (5mm), marking the arrival of spring in its full grandeur. Melting snow feeds numerous streams, resulting in a smooth shift from snowfall to rainfall. Winds continue to lose their winter harshness, bringing in fresher and slightly warmer breezes from the sea. As daylight extends, the town baths more in sunlight, hinting at summer on the horizon.Temperature
As May begins, there's a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C) in April to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). In May, Yakutat experiences a marginal drop in temperature, with averages of 43.2°F (6.2°C) at night.Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 78%.Rainfall
In Yakutat, in May, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. 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. May is the last month it regularly snows in Yakutat. 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 May, the average ocean temperature in Yakutat is 46.4°F (8°C).Note: It is risky to swim in 46.4°F (8°C). Temperatures beneath 50°F (10°C) induce rapid cold shock and hyperventilation.
Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 17h and 7min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:15 am and sunset at 9:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:12 am and sunset at 10:21 pm AKDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 7.6h.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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 3 turns into the following recommendations:
Be mindful. Individuals with a lighter skin tone may suffer burns in less than 30 minutes. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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 6min
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 36min
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).
