May weather forecast
Central, LA

May marks the transition from springtime to the cusp of summer in Central, Louisiana. The weather comfortably swings between the high of 85.5°F (29.7°C) and a low of 65.5°F (18.6°C) carving a pathway for the forthcoming summer heat. The longer, warmer days make the city entertainment-ready with outdoor events and activities. A noticeable factor about May is the increased intensity of the sun with UV index spiking at 7. June follows, flooding the city with more sunshine, peaking temperatures, and everything that summer embodies.

Temperature

May witnesses a minor rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from 78.6°F (25.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C). Central's average low-temperature for the month of May records at an enjoyable 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a sweltering 96.8°F (36°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
Be informed that the heat index values are oriented around shady conditions and gentle breezes. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. 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 particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Central, during May, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In Central, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Central, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In Central, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.