May weather forecast
Fairfield, VA

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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 fluctuating between 73.8°F (23.2°C) and 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Temperature

May's arrival coincides with a subtle temperature rise, moving from April's comfortable 64.9°F (18.3°C) to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C). Fairfield in May observes a sharp transition from the daytime heat, falling to an average low of 51.4°F (10.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

May through October are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in May is 14h and 14min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.

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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, 73.8°F (23.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 51.4°F (10.8°C) is the average low-temperature during May.

What are the most humid months in Fairfield?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months in Fairfield.

What is the average humidity in May in Fairfield?

In Fairfield, Virginia, the average relative humidity in May is 78%.

What is the rainiest month in Fairfield?

The month with the most rainfall is May, when the rain falls for 19.2 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in May?

In Fairfield, during May, the rain falls for 19.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Fairfield?

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

Does it snow in Fairfield in May?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairfield have in May?

In May, the average day length is 14h and 14min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairfield?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fairfield, Virginia, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 8:33 pm EDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Fairfield is 9.2h.

When is the highest UV index in Fairfield?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Fairfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fairfield, Virginia, is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fairfield, VA

Average temperature in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average high temperature in May: 73.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Fairfield, VA

Average pressure in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average pressure in May: 30.02"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Fairfield, VA

Average wind speed in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Fairfield, VA

Average humidity in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Fairfield, VA

Average rainfall days in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 19.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Fairfield, VA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is March (2.2").
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, VA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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, VA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Fairfield, VA

Average sunshine days in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 9.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Fairfield, VA

Average UV index in May - Fairfield, VA
  • 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, VA

Average cloud cover in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in May
Fairfield, VA

Average visibility in May - Fairfield, VA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, August, September, October and December (5mi).

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