Alaska in may: average Weather, Temperature and Climate, Where to go?
How are weather conditions in Alaska in may? Is it the perfect time to go to Valdez and Fairbanks? Look at our datas and our advices here.
very bad weather across 70% of the territory bad weather across 17% of the territory tolerable weather across 14% of the territory
Weather in Alaska in may 2023
Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Alaska. These forecasts are statistics for the month of may from weather reports for many years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.
Average weather in may in Anchorage
bad weather 16.5cm
Weather at 6am
43°F
Partly Cloudy
39% of time
35%
11%
8%
Weather at 12pm
52°F
Partly Cloudy
40% of time
36%
10%
8%
Weather at 6pm
52°F
Partly Cloudy
39% of time
35%
11%
8%
Weather at 3am
41°F
42%
33%
10%
8%
Where to go in Alaska in may?
Where to go in Alaska in may: destination map
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Where should you go in Alaska in may when it comes to the weather?
Remember:
The climate in Alaska in may ranges from tolerable to very bad depending on the region and city.
warning in may the weather is different depending on the city and regions of the country.
That month is not the best month to travel to in Alaska. The weather in Ketchikan, Anchorage, Fairbanks and Tok is quite correct. The sun is not there all the time and you might make you wet by rain often. However, if you don't plan a beach and sun trip but rather sightseeing or hiking, this climate may be enough. In addition, there are definitely fewer tourists dyring this month of may.
But it is finally better than in Anchor Point, Haines, Kenai, Nome, Hooper Bay, Dillingham, Kodiak, Healy, Barrow, Sitka, Dutch Harbor, Valdez and Sand Point and surrounding areas where the climate is even worse. It is not advisable to go to these areas in may.
Climate in Alaska in may
Climate in Anchorage in may
In may, maximum temperature is 54°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 49°F). The climate is rather cool here in may, but it is bearable when dressing hot. With just 1.3in over 1 days, the rain will not be a problem for your journey.
With a correct weather, may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in this locality.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 49°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 54°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 43°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 1 day(s) (4%) | ||
| Humidity | 77% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 17 | ||
| Cloud cover | 39% | ||
| Length of day | 17:32 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Anchor Point in may
In the month of may, the mean temperature in Anchor Point is 45°F (maximum temperature is 49°F and minimum temperature is 43°F). The climate is fairly fresh here in this month, but it is endurable by dressing hot. With 3.5in over 6 days, you will experience some showers for your vacations. But this is reasonably and it is only of temporary showers.
With an unfavorable weather, may is not recommended month to go there.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 45°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 49°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 42°F | ||
| Rainfall | 3.5in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 6 day(s) (19%) | ||
| Humidity | 82% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 16 | ||
| Cloud cover | 51% | ||
| Length of day | 17:09 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | bad |
Climate in Fairbanks in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 59°F and minimum temperature is 45°F (for an average temperature of 52°F). The climate is quite cool in that area in the month of may, but it is bearable by dressing warm. With barely 1.4in over 2 days,
it rains very little during your holidays.
With proper weather, the month of may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in this city in Alaska.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 52°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 59°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 45°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.4in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (6%) | ||
| Humidity | 70% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 18 | ||
| Cloud cover | 40% | ||
| Length of day | 18:45 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Ketchikan in may
In may, the mean temperature in Ketchikan is 50°F (maximum temperature is 56°F and minimum temperature is 47°F). The climate is quite fresh in that locality in the month of may, but it is bearable by dressing cosy. With 8.3in over 9 days, rainfall can happen for your trip. But this is rather reasonably and it will not be continuous.
With a correct climate, may is okay (but not good month) for traveling in that area.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 56°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 47°F | ||
| Sea temperature | 49°F | ||
| Rainfall | 8.3in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 9 day(s) (31%) | ||
| Humidity | 88% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 13 | ||
| Cloud cover | 56% | ||
| Length of day | 16:14 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
Climate in Tok in may
In the month of may, maximum temperature is 58°F and minimum temperature is 43°F (for an average temperature of 50°F). The climate is rather cold in this location in this month, but it is liveable when dressing cosy. With 1.6in over 2 days, rain may be scarce during your vacations.
With a correct weather, the month of may is okay (but not the best time) for traveling in this city in Alaska.
| May | |||
| Average temperature | 50°F | ||
| Highest temperature | 58°F | ||
| Lowest temperature | 43°F | ||
| Rainfall | 1.6in | ||
| Number of days with rainfall | 2 day(s) (7%) | ||
| Humidity | 65% | ||
| Daily sunshine hours | 17 | ||
| Cloud cover | 41% | ||
| Length of day | 18:11 | ||
| Our opinion at whereandwhen.net | tolerable |
All cities in Alaska in may
| Anchorage in may | bad weather |
| Anchor Point in may | bad weather |
| Fairbanks in may | tolerable weather |
| Ketchikan in may | tolerable weather |
| Tok in may | tolerable weather |
| Barrow in may | very bad weather |
| Dillingham in may | very bad weather |
| Dutch Harbor in may | very bad weather |
| Healy in may | very bad weather |
| Hooper Bay in may | very bad weather |
| Cordova in may | bad weather |
| Denali National Park in may | very bad weather |
| Gambell (St. Lawrence Island) in may | very bad weather |
| Gates of the Arctic National Park in may | very bad weather |
| Goodnews Bay in may | very bad weather |
| Haines in may | very bad weather |
| Katmai National Park in may | very bad weather |
| Kenai in may | bad weather |
| Kobuk Valley National Park in may | very bad weather |
| Kodiak in may | very bad weather |
| Kotzebue in may | very bad weather |
Weather data for Alaska in may:
Weather data for Alaska in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Alaska. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Alaska can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Alaska.