May weather forecast
Lakeland, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Lakeland, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C).

Temperature

The shift into May is accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a moderately hot 78.1°F (25.6°C) in April to a still warm 85.3°F (29.6°C). May nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Realize that direct exposure to sunlight can augment the felt heat, leading to a potential increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Lakeland, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lakeland, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Lakeland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 134.7 days and collects up to 12.48" (317mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In Lakeland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Lakeland, is 85.3°F (29.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Lakeland, Louisiana, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Lakeland, the average day length in May is 13h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In Lakeland, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lakeland, LA

Average temperature in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.9°F).

Average pressure in May
Lakeland, LA

Average pressure in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Lakeland, LA

Average wind speed in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Lakeland, LA

Average humidity in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Lakeland, LA

Average rainfall in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.81").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").

Average rainfall days in May
Lakeland, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Lakeland, LA

Average snowfall in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Lakeland, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Lakeland, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lakeland, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lakeland, 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: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Lakeland, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.4 days).

Average UV index in May
Lakeland, LA

Average UV index in May - Lakeland, 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
Lakeland, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in May
Lakeland, LA

Average visibility in May - Lakeland, LA
  • Average visibility in May: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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