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
In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) is witnessed throughout May.Heat index
May's average heat index is appraised at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Implement additional preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential hazards. Heatstroke could follow prolonged activity.It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Alfalfa is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 14.5 days. Throughout May, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 46min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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: 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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
Alfalfa, 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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