May weather forecast
Alexandria Junction, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Alexandria Junction, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) and an average high of 84.6°F (29.2°C).

Temperature

May brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, progressing from a moderately hot 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). Alexandria Junction encounters an average low-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) during May nights.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alexandria Junction, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Alexandria Junction, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Alexandria Junction in May?

The high-temperature during May is 84.6°F (29.2°C) and the low-temperature is 64.8°F (18.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in Alexandria Junction in May?

In Alexandria Junction, in May, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Alexandria Junction, snow does not fall in March through November.

How many hours of daylight does Alexandria Junction have in May?

The average day length in May in Alexandria Junction is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Alexandria Junction?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average temperature in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average pressure in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average wind speed in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average humidity in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average rainfall in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average snowfall in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Alexandria Junction, 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 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average UV index in May - Alexandria Junction, 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
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Alexandria Junction, LA

Average visibility in May - Alexandria Junction, LA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).

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