May weather forecast
Ashly, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Ashly, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64°F (17.8°C) and an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 64°F (17.8°C) during May nights.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', offers an insight into how hot it feels when we factor in moisture content. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ashly is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Ashly, snow does not fall in April through October and December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Ashly, Louisiana, is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 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

In Ashly, the average sunshine in May is 10h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Ashly, is 82.9°F (28.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 64°F (17.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Ashly, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Ashly, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through October and December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

The average day length in May in Ashly is 13h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Ashly, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Ashly have in May?

In Ashly, the average sunshine duration in May is 10h.

How high is the UV index in May?

In Ashly, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Ashly, LA

Average temperature in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average pressure in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average wind speed in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average humidity in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average rainfall in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average snowfall in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average UV index in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Ashly, 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
Ashly, LA

Average visibility in May - Ashly, 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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