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
May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.6°F (29.8°C). During May, Laurel Hill records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C).Heat index
May's average heat index is appraised at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Undertake enhanced precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are possible risks. Continuous activity could trigger heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Heat-related disorders may develop if heat gain in the body overshadows its cooling capacity, leading to elevated temperatures.
Humidity
May and October, with an average relative humidity of 70%, are the least humid months.Rainfall
In Laurel Hill, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Laurel Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.6 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through December are months without snowfall in Laurel Hill.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day in Laurel Hill is 13h and 44min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:25 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 7:44 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Laurel Hill, Florida, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average high temperature in May: 85.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average pressure in May: 30.01"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).
Average humidity in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average humidity in May: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are May and October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average rainfall in May: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Laurel Hill, FL
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March and December (5mi).
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