Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The beginning of May marks a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 70.5°F (21.4°C) to a moderately hot 78.8°F (26°C). In the month of May, Fairfield records a consistent average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).Humidity
In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Fairfield, North Carolina, in May, during 17.3 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.2 days and collects up to 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 3min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 8:14 pm EDT.
Sunshine
In Fairfield, the average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average high temperature in May: 78.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (50.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (34.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average pressure in May: 30.03"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average wind speed in May: 7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (75%).
Average rainfall in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average rainfall in May: 3.27"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (2.13").
Average rainfall days in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average rainfall days in May: 17.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 1min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average sunshine days in May: 11.6 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average cloud cover in May: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in May
Fairfield, NC
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is August (5mi).
Fairfield, North Carolina, USA
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