Sea Temperature in Kotzebue in May

Complete information on the sea temperature range in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in May. Historical daily data. Climate details for May. Tips on swimming conditions and beach relaxation in Kotzebue. We find every spot where you can swim and tell you what the water temperature is there today and throughout the year.

Water Temperature Range in Kotzebue in May

-2°C

MINIMUN

-0.5°C

AVERAGE

1°C

MAXIMUM

Historical Data of Water Temperature in May in Kotzebue

Water Temperature Chart for Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in May

Sea Temperature Table in Kotzebue in May Over the Past Years

Day	2024	2023	2022	Average
May 1	-2°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.5°C
May 2	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 3	-2°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.3°C
May 4	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 5	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 6	-2°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.3°C
May 7	-2°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.5°C
May 8	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 9	-2°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.3°C
May 10	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 11	-2°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.5°C
May 12	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 13	-2°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.5°C
May 14	-2°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.3°C
May 15	-2°C	-2°C	1°C	-1.0°C
May 16	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 17	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 18	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 19	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 20	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 21	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 22	-1°C	-2°C	0°C	-1.0°C
May 23	-1°C	-2°C	1°C	-0.5°C
May 24	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 25	-1°C	-2°C	1°C	-0.8°C
May 26	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 27	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 28	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 29	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C
May 30	-1°C	-2°C	-1°C	-1.3°C

Kotzebue Climate and Swimming Opportunities in May

11°C

Average Day Air Temperature

4°C

Average Night Air Temperature

35 mm

Precipitation Amount per Month

10 days

Number of Rainy Days

17 hrs

Daylight
per Day

9 hrs

Sunshine
per Day

12 km/h

Average Wind Speed

63%

Average
humidity

Kotzebue lies within the Alaska in United States. The average daytime temperature in Kotzebue in May is 53°F (11°C), while the nighttime average is 40°F (4°C). There are typically 10 rainy days during the month, with a total precipitation of 1.4 inches (35 mm). The daylight duration in May in Kotzebue is 17 hours, with an average of 9 hours of sunshine per day. The average wind speed in May is 7 mph (12 km/h), and the humidity level is around 63%.

The water temperature in Kotzebue in May ranges from 28°F to 30°F (-2°C to -1°C). At the beginning of the month, the average temperature is around 30°F (-1°C), shifting to 30°F (-1°C) by mid-May and reaching 30°F (-1°C) in the last ten days. Overall, the average sea temperature in Kotzebue for May is 30°F (-1°C). The water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.

Frequently Asked Questions About Water Temperatures in May in Kotzebue

What is the sea temperature in Kotzebue in May?

The water temperature in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in May ranges from 28°F to 30°F (-2°C to -1°C).

Is it possible to swim in the Chukchi Sea in Kotzebue in May?

The average sea temperature in Kotzebue in May is 30°F (-1°C), and the air temperature is 53°F (11°C), so the water remains dangerously cold, but the slightly warmer air can make short swims somewhat more bearable. Still, only for the well-prepared.