May weather forecast
Fort Fairfield, ME

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fort Fairfield, is a moderate month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 40.8°F (4.9°C) and an average high of 60.1°F (15.6°C).

Temperature

May is marked by a distinct increase in the average high-temperature, climbing from a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) in April to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). The average temperature drops to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C) during the night in the month of May.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

Rainfall

In Fort Fairfield, Maine, in May, during 16.7 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144 rainfall days, and 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fort Fairfield, Maine, are January through May, October through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Fort Fairfield aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Fort Fairfield, Maine, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.9 days and aggregates up to 73.35" (1863mm) of snow.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 15h and 4min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Fort Fairfield, Maine, is 7.3h.

UV index

In Fort Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 4 in May leads to these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sun damage is advised. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Fort Fairfield in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Fort Fairfield, records 60.1°F (15.6°C), while the low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the least humid month in Fort Fairfield?

May is the least humid month in Fort Fairfield, Maine, with an average relative humidity of 75%.

What is the average humidity in May in Fort Fairfield?

In May, the average relative humidity in Fort Fairfield, Maine, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Fort Fairfield?

In Fort Fairfield, during May, the rain falls for 16.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

What is the last month it snows in Fort Fairfield?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fort Fairfield. During 0.9 snowfall days, in May, Fort Fairfield aggregates 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fort Fairfield?

The average day length in May in Fort Fairfield is 15h and 4min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fort Fairfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:14 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fort Fairfield, sunrise is at 4:41 am and sunset at 8:17 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Fairfield have in May?

In Fort Fairfield, the average sunshine duration in May is 7.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fort Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average temperature in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average high temperature in May: 60.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (75°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 40.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (54.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is September (30.02"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and July (29.89"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average wind speed in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average humidity in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and March (93%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (75%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average rainfall days in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (15.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average snowfall days in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (21 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 2h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average sunshine days in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is September (14.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (7.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average UV index in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average cloud cover in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average cloud cover in May: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 75).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 43).

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Average visibility in May
Fort Fairfield, ME

Average visibility in May - Fort Fairfield, ME
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The month with the highest visibility is May (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April and December (4mi).

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