May weather forecast
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Laurel Valley Plantation, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 68°F (20°C) and 83.8°F (28.8°C).

Temperature

In May, the meteorological conditions subtly change with the average high-temperature edging from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in April to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). Laurel Valley Plantation experiences a mean low-temperature of 68°F (20°C) during May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Undertake additional precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Be aware that heat index ratings are designed for shaded locations and minor breezes. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.

Humidity

In Laurel Valley Plantation, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout May, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.9 rainfall days, and 25.39" (645mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Laurel Valley Plantation, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Laurel Valley Plantation, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Employ safeguards and advocate sun safety protocols. Shielding against skin and eye damage is crucial. 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 excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Laurel Valley Plantation, is 83.8°F (28.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68°F (20°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Laurel Valley Plantation, in May, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Laurel Valley Plantation?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In May, the average day length is 13h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel Valley Plantation have in May?

In Laurel Valley Plantation, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average temperature in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68°F

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.2°F).

Average pressure in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average pressure in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

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

Average wind speed in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average wind speed in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average humidity in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July, August, September and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average rainfall in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.61").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.14").

Average rainfall days in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, 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, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average UV index in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, LA
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, 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
Laurel Valley Plantation, LA

Average visibility in May - Laurel Valley Plantation, 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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