Thinking about venturing to Alaska, the United States of America this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:
What to Expect in Alaska in May
Alaska, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. In May, Alaska experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from very cold to mild and precipitation levels ranging from low to heavy.
Temperatures
During the day temperatures vary from very cold in Point Barrow at -1°C (30°F) to mild in North Pole at 17°C (63°F). At night it cools down to 5°C (41°F) in North Pole and -6°C (21°F) in Point Barrow.For a closer look at conditions across Alaska, the United States of America, refer to the map below.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snowfall in Point Barrow with an average of 18 mm (0.7 in) to heavy snowfall in Glacier Bay National Park and Preserve with 232 mm (9.1 in). Looking at the climate data spanning the last 30 years, this month usually has the lowest rainfall in Anchorage, marking it as the year's driest month.Average sunshine
Several destinations enjoy plenty of sunshine this month. Anchorage sees close to 289 hours of sunlight, making it great for sun lovers.
