May Weather in Anchorage

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Anchorage, United States, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 8°C (48°F). Highs can soar to 16°C (62°F), while lows may dip to 1°C (35°F). Typically, the humidity level in Anchorage throughout May hovers around 85%.

1°C (35°F)

Minimum temperature

8°C (48°F)

Average temperature

16°C (62°F)

Maximum temperature

85%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Anchorage averages 52 mm (2.1 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 17 hours 36 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 16 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 32% probability of sunny days during this period.

52 mm (2.1 inches)

Precipitation

11 rainy days

Rainy days

9 hours 16 minutes

Sunshine hours

32%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Anchorage reaches a maximum of 5, indicating a level of Moderate exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 30 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 1 1 2 3 4 5 5 5 5 4 3 2 2
Exposure Low Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 45 min

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