May weather forecast
Fairfield, IL

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fairfield, is a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 74.5°F (23.6°C) and min 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Temperature

As Fairfield enters May, the average high-temperature increases from the a refreshing 64.9°F (18.3°C) of April to a warm 74.5°F (23.6°C). During May, Fairfield experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 58.1°F (14.5°C).

Humidity

May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.4 rainfall days, and 37.32" (948mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall in Fairfield, Illinois.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 16min.
On the first day of May in Fairfield, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Fairfield, the average sunshine in May is 9.1h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Fairfield. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairfield in May?

The high-temperature in Fairfield, Illinois, during May is 74.5°F (23.6°C) and the low-temperature is 58.1°F (14.5°C).

What are the most humid months in Fairfield?

The months with the highest humidity are May and July, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in May in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Illinois, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in May?

In May, in Fairfield, the rain falls for 19.8 days. Throughout May, 4.13" (105mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Fairfield?

May through October are months without snowfall in Fairfield, Illinois.

Does it snow in Fairfield in May?

In May, in Fairfield, Illinois, it doesn't snow. April is the latest month when it typically snows.

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in May?

The average day length in May in Fairfield, Illinois, is 14h and 16min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fairfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Illinois, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.

When is the highest UV index in Fairfield?

The months with the highest UV index in Fairfield, Illinois, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

How high is the UV index in May in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fairfield is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fairfield, IL

Average temperature in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average high temperature in May: 74.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 58.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fairfield, IL

Average pressure in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fairfield, IL

Average wind speed in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fairfield, IL

Average humidity in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fairfield, IL

Average rainfall in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.96").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fairfield, IL

Average rainfall days in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fairfield, IL

Average snowfall in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fairfield, IL

Average snowfall days in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairfield, IL

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fairfield, IL

Average sunshine days in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fairfield, IL

Average UV index in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fairfield, IL

Average cloud cover in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average cloud cover in May: 39

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Fairfield, IL

Average visibility in May - Fairfield, IL
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).

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