May 17 is generally a great time to visit Juneau. While there is a slight chance of rain (33%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 11°C weather. It's a great middle-ground for visiting Juneau—enough activity to feel the pulse, but no overwhelming lines.
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Essential Travel Info for Juneau
Currency
USD
$ United States dollar
Language
English
Driving
Right side
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.44
Juneau Weather Forecast for May 17
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 11.4°C. 33% chance of snow."
What to Wear in Juneau in May
Based on historical data for May 17, Juneau typically experiences temperatures between 4.2°C and 11.4°C. We recommend packing heavy coat, scarf, gloves along with other layers to stay comfortable. With a 33% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.
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Weekly breakdown & essential items for Juneau
Smart Suitcase
- Heavy Coat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Umbrella
Average High
11.4°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
4.2°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
10.7°C
🌤️ Feels accurate
Snow Chance
33%
Avg 2.2mm if it snows
Snowfall
0.1 cm
~33% chance
Pressure
1014.8 hPa
Medium volatility
Juneau Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 90% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
03:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 20:00
Type I-II
🔴 27 min to burn
Type III-IV
🟡 41 min to burn
Type V-VI
🟢 68 min to burn
UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.
Outdoor Comfort
How pleasant is it outside?
Dew Point
7.7°C
Dry air
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😐 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in United States
Flight Traffic
Moderate
40/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Healthy
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Landing Slots
~23
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Juneau
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
03:28
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
20:22
⏱️ Daylight
16h 54m
Wind Speed
9.2 km/h
Light breeze
Sunshine
10.3 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
78%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Juneau
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
⛅ Good
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Weather unlikely to affect joint pain.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Air quality is excellent. Perfect for outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Juneau on May 17 averages 11.4°C with a 33% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 69/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Juneau Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
Better Alternatives Nearby
Consider these dates within ±7 days
May 20
12.1°C • 35% rain
Score
72
May 18
11.8°C • 34% rain
Score
71
May 19
11.9°C • 36% rain
Score
71
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📍 Is Juneau Worth Visiting on May 17?
Planning a trip to Juneau on May 17? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year offers a bracing seasonal atmosphere averaging 11.4°C with a 33% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 23 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 17 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 17.6°C in 2020, while the coldest dropped to 2.4°C in 2021.