North Slope Borough (Wainwright)
May
Weather in North Slope Borough, Alaska for May 2027
Your guide to North Slope Borough weather in May - trends and predictions
North Slope Borough typically experiences moderate snowfall in May, with an average of 10 snowy days.
In general, the average temperature in North Slope Borough at the beginning of May is -6 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 0.9 °C by the end of May.
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20
Dry days
1
Rainy days
10
Snow days
-2°/-7°
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20 km/h
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88 %
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North Slope Borough Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in North Slope Borough
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May weather in North Slope Borough day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | Snow | More |
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| May 1 | Freezing fog | -6° /-14° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 2 | Light snow | -5° /-13° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| May 3 | Light snow | -6° /-12° | 0.6 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 4 | Light snow | -7° /-14° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 5 | Light freezing rain | -6° /-14° | 0.3 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 6 | Overcast | -7° /-13° | 0.9 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 7 | Light freezing rain | -5° /-12° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 8 | Moderate snow | -3° /-11° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| May 9 | Partly cloudy | -3° /-10° | 1.4 mm | 1 cm | |
| May 10 | Light freezing rain | -3° /-11° | 0.5 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| May 11 | Freezing fog | -3° /-9° | 0.4 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| May 12 | Light snow showers | -2° /-9° | 0.1 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| May 13 | Sunny | -4° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 14 | Mist | -2° /-11° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 15 | Partly cloudy | -1° /-9° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 16 | Overcast | 0° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 17 | Overcast | 0° /-8° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 18 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-4° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 19 | Light freezing rain | 0° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 20 | Overcast | 1° /-4° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 21 | Patchy rain possible | 1° /-5° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 22 | Overcast | 1° /-3° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 23 | Light snow | 1° /-2° | 0.1 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 24 | Light snow | 0° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| May 25 | Light snow | 0° /-3° | 0.3 mm | 0.2 cm | |
| May 26 | Overcast | 0° /-4° | 0.6 mm | 0.3 cm | |
| May 27 | Light snow | 0° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| May 28 | Mist | 1° /-4° | 0.2 mm | 0.1 cm | |
| May 29 | Partly cloudy | 1° /-6° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 30 | Partly cloudy | 2° /-7° | 0 mm | 0 cm | |
| May 31 | Sunny | 2° /-3° | 0.2 mm | 0 cm | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for North Slope Borough in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the North Slope Borough forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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North Slope Borough in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in North Slope Borough during May?
Brace for cold days with temperatures not exceeding -2° and nights that are likely to be freezing. Winter clothing is essential for comfort and safety.
How much rainfall should be expected in North Slope Borough during May?
Rainfall in North Slope Borough during May is rare to nonexistent, with the total expected rainfall being less than 10 mm and approximately 1 days seeing any precipitation. Planning without the concern for rain is generally straightforward during this very dry period.
Will it snow in North Slope Borough in May 2027?
North Slope Borough experiences an average snowfall of 3.47667 cm during May, occurring over 10 days.
What are the typical wind conditions in North Slope Borough during May?
The average wind speed in North Slope Borough during May is 20 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
North Slope Borough snow forecast May 2027
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On average, North Slope Borough sees 10 snowy days during May, with approximately 3.5 cm of total snowfall.
May rainfall patterns in North Slope Borough
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Typically, North Slope Borough has 1 rainy days in May with a total of 8.2 mm of rainfall.
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