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
With the onset of May, Afton's average high-temperature sees a modest rise, moving from April's moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Afton in May experiences a low-temperature average of 64°F (17.8°C).Heat index
May's mean heat index is estimated at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Exhaustion becomes probable with enduring exposure and activity, potentially causing heat cramps.Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Afton, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Afton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Afton, snow does not fall in April through October and December.Daylight
In Afton, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 49min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In Afton, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. 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: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Afton, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Afton, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Afton, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Afton, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Afton, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Afton, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Afton, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Afton, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Afton, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Afton, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Afton, LA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are 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
Afton, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Afton, LA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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