Water temperature in Cordova (AK) in May
Is it warm enough to swim in Cordova in May? Average water temperature in Cordova in May is 46.4°F and therefore is not suitable for comfortable swimming. The warmest sea in Cordova in May is 55.8°F, and the coldest is 40.1°F. Average high air temperature in Cordova in May is 53°F, and average low temperature is 40°F. To find out the sea temperature today and in the coming days, go to Current sea temperature in Cordova
Changes water temperature in Cordova in May 2025, 2024
To get an accurate forecast for the water temperature in Cordova for any chosen month, compare two years within a 10 year range using the chart below. In addition to the sea water temperature in Cordova, the selected years in the table also show the values of the maximum and minimum temperatures on each of the days of May.
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| Day | 2025 | 2024 | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 1 | 43.9°F | 46.8°F | 40.1°F | 46.8°F |
| May 2 | 43.9°F | 46.6°F | 40.3°F | 46.6°F |
| May 3 | 44.1°F | 46.6°F | 40.6°F | 47.7°F |
| May 4 | 44.1°F | 46.4°F | 40.6°F | 48.4°F |
| May 5 | 44.1°F | 46.2°F | 40.8°F | 48°F |
| May 6 | 44.1°F | 46°F | 40.3°F | 47.3°F |
| May 7 | 44.1°F | 46°F | 40.3°F | 46.6°F |
| May 8 | 44.8°F | 46°F | 41°F | 46.4°F |
| May 9 | 45.1°F | 46°F | 41.2°F | 46°F |
| May 10 | 45.1°F | 45.9°F | 42.1°F | 47.3°F |
| May 11 | 45.7°F | 45.9°F | 42.4°F | 47.8°F |
| May 12 | 45.9°F | 46°F | 42.8°F | 48°F |
| May 13 | 46°F | 46°F | 42.8°F | 48.9°F |
| May 14 | 47.1°F | 45.7°F | 42.8°F | 50°F |
| May 15 | 46.9°F | 46.4°F | 43°F | 51.6°F |
| Day | 2025 | 2024 | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 16 | 46.9°F | 46.9°F | 43°F | 51.8°F |
| May 17 | 46.8°F | 46.9°F | 43°F | 50.9°F |
| May 18 | 46.9°F | 47.5°F | 43°F | 50.2°F |
| May 19 | 47.3°F | 48°F | 43°F | 50.4°F |
| May 20 | 46.9°F | 47.3°F | 43.9°F | 50.2°F |
| May 21 | 47.5°F | 47.7°F | 43.7°F | 50.4°F |
| May 22 | 47.7°F | 47.8°F | 43.7°F | 50.7°F |
| May 23 | 48.7°F | 47.7°F | 44.2°F | 50.9°F |
| May 24 | 49.1°F | 48.9°F | 44.8°F | 50.9°F |
| May 25 | 50.4°F | 48.9°F | 45.1°F | 52.3°F |
| May 26 | 50.4°F | 49.1°F | 45.5°F | 53.1°F |
| May 27 | 50.4°F | 49.5°F | 46.4°F | 54.7°F |
| May 28 | 49.3°F | 49.8°F | 46°F | 55.6°F |
| May 29 | 49.6°F | 50°F | 46.6°F | 55.8°F |
| May 30 | 49.8°F | 50.2°F | 46.8°F | 55.8°F |
| May 31 | 49.5°F | 50.2°F | 46.9°F | 55.8°F |
Average water temperature in Cordova in May over a decade
| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 |
| 49.6°F | 46.4°F | 45.1°F | 47.8°F | 47.8°F |
| 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
| 46.8°F | 47.5°F | 46°F | 47.3°F | 46.8°F |
Cordova sea state in May
Chart comparing the height of waves in Cordova in May over the past years. The red line indicates the height of the waves when swimming in the sea is prohibited. To view the current sea conditions, click on the graph.
Weather and climate in Cordova in May
This data display average monthly climate indicators in Cordova in May based on our historical weather readings over a period of ten years. In addition to temperature, we include data on the number of rainy and sunny days so you can have all the information about your destination before your trip
- Average HIGH temperature53°F
- Average LOW temperature40°F
- Average rainfall days17 days
- Average rainfall282mm/11.1''
- Average daylight17h
- Average sunshine9h
- Average UV index4
- Average snowfall3mm/0.1''
Cordova water temperature during other months:
You can also view information about water temperature for other months by clicking on the month button below
