Normal weather for Yukon in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Yukon with an average temperature of 16°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 18°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 7°C.
In May, there is an average of 60 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. Of the total precipitation, about 1,0 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Yukon in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
16°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
18°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
60 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
10 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
1,0 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Yukon with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 16°C, with nights close to 4°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Yukon will be around 17°C, with nights close to 5°C. A shower might show up, but overall the weather will be dry and sunny.
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Is May a good time to visit Yukon?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Yukon. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Yukon in May
With 28°C, Yukon hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 5°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -5°C to a high of 12°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Yukon, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Yukon
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Yukon, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 10 days of rain in Yukon.
Daily Snowfall in May in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Yukon, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Yukon
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Yukon, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Yukon Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Yukon, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Yukon Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Yukon, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Yukon per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Yukon, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Yukon
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Yukon. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Yukon by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Yukon. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
