May weather forecast
Fairbank, IA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a refreshing month in Fairbank, Iowa, with temperature in the range of an average high of 66.9°F (19.4°C) and an average low of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

Fairbank's May weather shows an increase in high-temperatures, moving from April's refreshing 55.8°F (13.2°C) to an enjoyable 66.9°F (19.4°C). During the month of May, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fairbank, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairbank, during the entire year, the rain falls for 135.7 days and collects up to 29.65" (753mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Fairbank. May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairbank. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairbank aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Fairbank, there are 42.1 snowfall days, and 18.39" (467mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 14h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, in Fairbank, Iowa, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Fairbank is 8.4h.

UV index

In Fairbank, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 5 translates into these guidelines:
Be cautious. Those with fair skin can be subjected to burns in fewer than 30 minutes. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairbank in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Fairbank, is 66.9°F (19.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 50.5°F (10.3°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fairbank?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Fairbank?

In Fairbank, Iowa, in May, during 18.7 rainfall days, 4.41" (112mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fairbank?

May is the last month it regularly snows in Fairbank. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairbank aggregates 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

How many hours of daylight does Fairbank have in May?

The average day length in May is 14h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Fairbank?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:33 am and sunset at 8:39 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fairbank?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.4h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fairbank?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Fairbank is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Fairbank, IA

Average temperature in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average high temperature in May: 66.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (79.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 50.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Fairbank, IA

Average pressure in May - Fairbank, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fairbank, IA

Average wind speed in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Fairbank, IA

Average humidity in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average humidity in May: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (88%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in May
Fairbank, IA

Average rainfall in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average rainfall in May: 4.41"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in May
Fairbank, IA

Average rainfall days in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fairbank, IA

Average snowfall in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.08").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fairbank, IA

Average snowfall days in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (10.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairbank, IA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 9h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fairbank, IA

Average sunshine days in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (7.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Fairbank, IA

Average UV index in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average UV index in May: 5

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fairbank, IA

Average cloud cover in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Fairbank, IA

Average visibility in May - Fairbank, IA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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