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
The average high-temperature mildly increases in May, edging from 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still warm 85.3°F (29.6°C). Throughout the month of May, Elm Grove sees a steady low-temperature average of 64°F (17.8°C).Heat index
May's heat index is estimated at a torrid 95°F (35°C). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 72%.Rainfall
In Elm Grove, in May, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Elm Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.1 days and collects up to 36.18" (919mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through October are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 8:16 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.2h.UV index
In Elm Grove, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 6 translates into the following recommendations:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Average temperature in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (95.5°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 (74.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.95"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).
Average humidity in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average humidity in May: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (65%).
Average rainfall in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.31"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is July (1.85").
Average rainfall days in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.9 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
Elm Grove, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Elm Grove, 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
Elm Grove, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Elm Grove, LA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January and February (5mi).
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