May weather forecast
Fort Fairfield, ME

Share

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Fort Fairfield, is a mild month, with an average temperature ranging between max 60.1°F (15.6°C) and min 40.8°F (4.9°C).

Temperature

As Fort Fairfield steps into May, the average high-temperature increases significantly from the a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C) of April to a mild 60.1°F (15.6°C). Fort Fairfield cools down to an average low-temperature of 40.8°F (4.9°C) throughout the month of May.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 16.7 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fort Fairfield, Maine, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144 days and collects up to 32.95" (837mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall 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, during the entire year, snow falls for 104.9 days and aggregates up to 73.35" (1863mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise caution. The susceptibility of light skin individuals to burns is less than 30 minutes. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fort Fairfield in May?

In Fort Fairfield, in May, the average high-temperature is 60.1°F (15.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C).

What is the least humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 75%, May is the least humid month.

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Fort Fairfield, in May, it is raining for 16.7 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

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.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration 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 estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

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).

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).

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).

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%).

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").

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).

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").

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

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).

Fort Fairfield, Maine, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location