Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The average high-temperature in Fairbanks exhibits a considerable increase in May, surging from a wintry 38.1°F (3.4°C) in April to a mild 59.4°F (15.2°C). Fairbanks usually reports an average low-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) during the month of May.Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Fairbanks is 57%.Rainfall
In Fairbanks, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 100.5 rainfall days, and 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, August through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 1.7 snowfall days, in May, Fairbanks aggregates 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Fairbanks, during the entire year, snow falls for 74.3 days and aggregates up to 24.49" (622mm) of snow.Daylight
In Fairbanks, the average length of the day in May is 18h and 50min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 10:22 pm. On the last day of May, in Fairbanks, sunrise is at 3:31 am and sunset at 12:05 am AKDT.
Sunshine
In Fairbanks, the average sunshine in May is 11.6h.UV index
In Fairbanks, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following advice:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Fairbanks in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Fairbanks?
How many days does it rain in May in Fairbanks?
What is the last month it snows in Fairbanks?
What is the average length of the day in May in Fairbanks?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairbanks?
How long on average sun shines in May in Fairbanks?
What is the UV index intensity in May in Fairbanks?
Average temperature in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average high temperature in May: 59.4°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (70.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (2.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 39.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (50.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-9°F).
Average pressure in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average pressure in May: 29.89"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is February (29.97"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is September (29.77"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average wind speed in May: 5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are October, November and December (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average humidity in May: 57%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (56%).
Average rainfall in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average rainfall in May: 0.55"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (1.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average snowfall in May: 0.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is November (6.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June and July (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average snowfall days in May: 1.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is November (13.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June and July (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average daylight in May: 18h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 21h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 4h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 2h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average UV index in May: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 5).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, November and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The months with the most cloud cover are March, April and November (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 39).
Average visibility in May
Fairbanks, AK
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, November and December (4mi).
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