Fairbanks in May
7.6out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 17°C. Some rain: about 5 rainy days.
17°CAvg high
5°CAvg low
5Rainy days (19 mm)
18:11 hDaylight
04:42Sunrise · 22:53 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 17°C
- Some rain: about 5 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- Comfortable walking shoes
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.3 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | -16°C | -23°C | 11 mm | 3 | – | – | 4.6 |
| February | -10°C | -19°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 4.7 |
| March | -3°C | -15°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 4.8 |
| April | 8°C | -4°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 6.1 |
| May | 17°C | 5°C | 19 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.6 |
| June | 22°C | 11°C | 51 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.7 |
| July | 23°C | 13°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| August | 20°C | 10°C | 61 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.3 |
| September | 14°C | 4°C | 40 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.6 |
| October | 2°C | -5°C | 20 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.7 |
| November | -10°C | -16°C | 16 mm | 5 | – | – | 4.5 |
| December | -14°C | -21°C | 11 mm | 4 | – | – | 4.6 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Fairbanks in May?
Daytime highs average 17°C and nights about 5°C.
When is the best time to visit Fairbanks?
The best months are June, May, July, August.