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 start of May signals an increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in April to an agreeable 68.9°F (20.5°C). Throughout May, the temperature in Fairfax falls to an average low of 52.3°F (11.3°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Fairfax is 79%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 16 days and typically aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fairfax, Iowa, snow does not fall in May through September.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Fairfax is 14h and 35min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:06 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 8:35 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Fairfax, Iowa, is 8.7h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 5 transforms into these recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Fairfax in May?
What is the average humidity in May in Fairfax?
What is the rainiest month in Fairfax?
How many days does it rain in May in Fairfax?
When it does not snow in Fairfax?
Does it snow in Fairfax in May?
How many hours of daylight does Fairfax have in May?
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairfax?
How many hours of sunshine does Fairfax have in May?
How high is the UV index in May in Fairfax?
Average temperature in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average high temperature in May: 68.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.2°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 52.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average wind speed in May: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7mph).
Average humidity in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average humidity in May: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average rainfall days in May: 16 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).
Average UV index in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average UV index in May: 5
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average cloud cover in May: 42
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Fairfax, IA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (5mi).
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