Monthly climate guide
Juneau weather in May
May in Juneau is typically cold, with average daytime highs around 6°C (42°F) and night-time lows near 2°C (36°F). The month usually brings about 167 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 5°C warmer than April and 4°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Days and nights are close, only about 4°C apart.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Juneau.
- Temperatures are climbing — June is around 4°C warmer.
- Juneau is usually about 21°C cooler than Oklahoma City in May.
Avg high
6°C
42°F
Avg low
2°C
36°F
Rainfall
167 mm
very wet
Humidity
87%
relative
Sky
73%
cloud · often cloudy
Juneau weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -5°C / 23°F | -9°C / 15°F | 346 mm | 94% | 78% |
| February | -5°C / 23°F | -11°C / 13°F | 224 mm | 93% | 72% |
| March | -3°C / 26°F | -9°C / 15°F | 171 mm | 90% | 71% |
| April | 1°C / 34°F | -3°C / 26°F | 191 mm | 88% | 77% |
| May | 6°C / 42°F | 2°C / 36°F | 167 mm | 87% | 73% |
| June | 10°C / 50°F | 6°C / 42°F | 165 mm | 87% | 82% |
| July | 13°C / 55°F | 8°C / 46°F | 197 mm | 88% | 80% |
| August | 12°C / 53°F | 8°C / 46°F | 298 mm | 89% | 79% |
| September | 9°C / 48°F | 5°C / 40°F | 336 mm | 89% | 79% |
| October | 3°C / 38°F | -1°C / 31°F | 348 mm | 91% | 79% |
| November | -3°C / 26°F | -8°C / 18°F | 314 mm | 94% | 78% |
| December | -4°C / 24°F | -8°C / 17°F | 353 mm | 95% | 79% |
What to pack for May
- A proper insulated winter coat
- A hat, scarf and gloves
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
Is May a good time to visit Juneau?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Juneau →Other United States cities in May
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Juneau in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Juneau?
May is cool in Juneau, with highs around 6°C. Better for museums and city walks than the beach, and usually quieter.
How warm is Juneau in May?
Average highs are about 6°C (42°F) and average lows about 2°C (36°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Juneau in May?
Juneau typically gets around 167 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Juneau (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.