May weather forecast
Fairmont, MN

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is a pleasant month in Fairmont, Minnesota, with an average temperature fluctuating between 51.4°F (10.8°C) and 68°F (20°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions change with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in April to an agreeable 68°F (20°C). An average minimum temperature of 51.4°F (10.8°C) is recorded in Fairmont during the month of May.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Fairmont is 69%.

Rainfall

In Fairmont, during May, the rain falls for 16.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fairmont, there are 130.4 rainfall days, and 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fairmont aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 57.5 snowfall days, and 23.31" (592mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 14h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Fairmont is 8.7h.

UV index

In Fairmont, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 5. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 5 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Fairmont?

The high-temperature in Fairmont during May is 68°F (20°C) and the low-temperature is 51.4°F (10.8°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Fairmont?

The average relative humidity in May is 69%.

How much does it rain in Fairmont in May?

In May, the rain falls for 16.9 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

What is the last month it snows in Fairmont?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.4 snowfall days, in May, Fairmont aggregates 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May in Fairmont?

The average day length in May is 14h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Fairmont?

On the first day of May in Fairmont, Minnesota, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 8:52 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Fairmont?

In Fairmont, Minnesota, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.7h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Fairmont?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fairmont, Minnesota, is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a medium hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fairmont, MN

Average temperature in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average high temperature in May: 68°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (80.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (22.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 51.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Fairmont, MN

Average pressure in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average pressure in May: 29.93"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fairmont, MN

Average wind speed in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.5mph).

Average humidity in May
Fairmont, MN

Average humidity in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average humidity in May: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in May
Fairmont, MN

Average rainfall in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in May
Fairmont, MN

Average rainfall days in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average rainfall days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fairmont, MN

Average snowfall in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.02").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fairmont, MN

Average snowfall days in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (13.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairmont, MN

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average daylight in May: 14h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fairmont, MN

Average sunshine days in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (8.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Fairmont, MN

Average UV index in May - Fairmont, MN
  • 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, February and November (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fairmont, MN

Average cloud cover in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average cloud cover in May: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and September (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Fairmont, MN

Average visibility in May - Fairmont, MN
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

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

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