May weather forecast
Fairfield, WA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is an enjoyable month in Fairfield, Washington, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 65.1°F (18.4°C).

Temperature

The transition from April to May brings a temperature rise, with average high-temperatures increasing from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to an enjoyable 65.1°F (18.4°C). Throughout the month of May, Fairfield observes a dramatic downturn from the daytime peak temperatures, expecting an average low of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Humidity

In Fairfield, the average relative humidity in May is 65%.

Rainfall

In Fairfield, in May, during 12.7 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fairfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.4 days and collects up to 17.28" (439mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairfield are January through May, September through December. May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairfield aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fairfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 56.4 days and aggregates up to 37.4" (950mm) of snow.

Daylight

In Fairfield, the average length of the day in May is 15h and 8min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:37 pm PDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.3h.

UV index

In Fairfield, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 4 translates into these guidelines:
Take precautions - Protection against sunburn is recommended. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures?

May temperatures in Fairfield vary between a high-temperature of 65.1°F (18.4°C) and a low-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 65%.

How much does it rain in Fairfield in May?

In Fairfield, in May, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the last month it snows?

May is the last month it regularly snows. During 0.2 snowfall days, in May, Fairfield aggregates 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length in Fairfield is 15h and 8min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 8:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:55 am and sunset at 8:37 pm PDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairfield have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 4. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Fairfield, WA

Average temperature in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average high temperature in May: 65.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 41.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (55.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (21.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Fairfield, WA

Average pressure in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.94"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.19"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Fairfield, WA

Average wind speed in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (4.7mph).

Average humidity in May
Fairfield, WA

Average humidity in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average humidity in May: 65%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (91%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (43%).

Average rainfall in May
Fairfield, WA

Average rainfall in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is January (2.28").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are July and August (0.35").

Average rainfall days in May
Fairfield, WA

Average rainfall days in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is July (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in May
Fairfield, WA

Average snowfall in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (10.51").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July and August (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Fairfield, WA

Average snowfall days in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0.2 days

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

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fairfield, WA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average daylight in May: 15h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 8h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Fairfield, WA

Average sunshine days in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is July (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is March (10.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Fairfield, WA

Average UV index in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average UV index in May: 4

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in May
Fairfield, WA

Average cloud cover in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 62).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Fairfield, WA

Average visibility in May - Fairfield, WA
  • Average visibility in May: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February and December (4mi).

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