Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Nuuk, Greenland, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 1°C (34°F). Highs can soar to 9°C (48°F), while lows may dip to -7°C (19°F). Typically, the humidity level in Nuuk throughout May hovers around 84%.
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In May, Nuuk averages 47 mm (1.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 7 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 18 hours 32 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 42% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Nuuk reaches a maximum of 6, indicating a level of High exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 25 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 2 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||||