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
As April transitions into May, a subtle temperature shift is observed, with average highs adjusting from 77.5°F (25.3°C) to a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C). Throughout May, Mestayer records an average temperature of 67.5°F (19.7°C) at night.Heat index
May's heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Heightened precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential risks. Continuous activity could lead to heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Mestayer, during May, the rain falls for 10.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Mestayer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.5 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mestayer is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 67.5°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (75°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.4°F).
Average pressure in May
Mestayer, 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, August and September (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.06"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are July and August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.63").
Average rainfall days in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.6 days).
Average snowfall in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Mestayer, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 18 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.2 days).
Average UV index in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Mestayer, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in May
Mestayer, 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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