Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival in Qaanaaq is marked by a significant increase in the average high-temperature, moving from an extreme cold -12.8°C (9°F) in April to a subzero cold -2.6°C (27.3°F). Qaanaaq, in the month of May, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of -8.6°C (16.5°F).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Qaanaaq is 63%.Rainfall
In Qaanaaq, in May, it is raining for 2 days, with typically 7mm (0.28") of accumulated precipitation. In Qaanaaq, during the entire year, the rain falls for 31 days and collects up to 124mm (4.88") of precipitation.Sea temperature
In Qaanaaq, in May, the average water temperature is -1°C (30.2°F).Note: During swimming sessions, this situation poses an instant life risk. The control of breathing is completely lost, hampering clear thinking. Wearing a specialized swimsuit is a necessity to prevent thermal loss.
Daylight
The months with the shortest days are January, May through July, November and December, with an average of 0h and 0min of daylight.Sunshine
With an average of 10.2h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Qaanaaq.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May in Qaanaaq is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.
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Average temperature in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average high temperature in May: -2.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (7.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (-20.6°C).
- Average low temperature in May: -8.6°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (2.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (-28.4°C).
Average humidity in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average humidity in May: 63%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (62%).
Average rainfall in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average rainfall in May: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (24mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (4mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average rainfall days in May: 2 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July, August and September (4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is March (1 days).
Average sea temperature in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average sea temperature in May: -1°C
The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is August (2°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average sea temperature) are January, February, March, April and December (-2°C).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average daylight in May: 0h and 0min
The month with the longest days is September (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The months with the shortest days are January, May, June, July, November and December (Average daylight: 0h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, November and December (Average sunshine: 0h and 0min).
Average UV index in May
Qaanaaq, Greenland
- Average UV index in May: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 3).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, October, November and December (UV index 0).
Qaanaaq, Greenland
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