Normal weather for Fairbanks in May
It's cool to moderate in May in Fairbanks with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 12°C to a high of 21°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 0°C and 9°C.
In May, there is an average of 16 mm of precipitation, spread over 5 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,1 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Fairbanks in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
17°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
21°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
12°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
16 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
5 days | 8 days | |
 Total Snowfall |
0,1 cm | 0 cm | |
| Snowy Days |
1 day | 0 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Fairbanks with cool temperatures, averaging around 15°C during the day and nights close to 3°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. During the day, go for a light coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers. For the evening and morning, we recommend a thick coat, jumper, and long trousers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 19°C, with nights close to 6°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Fairbanks will be around 19°C, with nights close to 8°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. During the day, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do. In the evening and morning, we recommend a warm coat, jumper or cardigan, and long trousers.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 7 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Fairbanks?
Looking for sun and warm weather? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Fairbanks. The temperature is too low this month for a warm stay.
Temperature records for Fairbanks in May
With 30°C, Fairbanks hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 3°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -4°C to a high of 15°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Fairbanks
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Fairbanks, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Fairbanks
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Fairbanks, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 5 days of rain in Fairbanks.
Daily Snowfall in May in Fairbanks
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in May in Fairbanks, measured in centimetres. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in May.
Daily UV Index in May in Fairbanks
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Fairbanks, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Fairbanks Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Fairbanks, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Fairbanks Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Fairbanks, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in May in Fairbanks per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in May in Fairbanks, measured in centimetres, over the past years.
Daily climate in May for Fairbanks
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Average Weather in Fairbanks by Month
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