May weather forecast
Greens Ditch, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Greens Ditch, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, transitioning from 77.4°F (25.2°C) in April to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). An average minimum temperature of 68.5°F (20.3°C) is recorded during the month of May.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Greens Ditch is 73%.

Rainfall

In Greens Ditch, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.3 rainfall days, and 30.79" (782mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Greens Ditch, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 7 during May morphs into the following directions:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 83.8°F (28.8°C) and 68.5°F (20.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Greens Ditch, during May, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In Greens Ditch, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Greens Ditch have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:55 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 10.6h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in May in Greens Ditch?

In Greens Ditch, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index estimate 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
Greens Ditch, LA

Average temperature in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average pressure in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 30"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average wind speed in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average humidity in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average rainfall in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average snowfall in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average UV index in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Greens Ditch, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Greens Ditch, LA

Average visibility in May - Greens Ditch, 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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