May · United States
Best time to visit Anchorage in MayWeather, crowds & prices
May score
7.7/10
Ranked #2 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 6°C
- Rainfall
- 51 mm
- Humidity
- 81%
- Sunny days
- 19
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Anchorage scores 7.7/10 for nature and wildlife travel - one of the top 12-month picks (#2). Expect around 6°C, 51 mm of rain, and roughly 19 sunny days this month.
Cook Inlet light and Chugach day-hike doors work best in June-August.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Anchorage in May?
- In May, Anchorage averages 6°C, 51 mm of rain, and about 19 sunny days. Its climate-comfort score is 7.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Anchorage?
- May earns a 7.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Anchorage in May?
- Expect about 51 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 81% and there are about 19 sunny days.
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