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
May's arrival sees a mild rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's moderately hot 75.9°F (24.4°C) to a still warm 84.7°F (29.3°C). Minden reports a steady low-temperature average of 63.1°F (17.3°C) throughout May, revealing a large deviation from the daytime high.Heat index
The heat index in May is computed to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Juveniles often do not understand the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a delayed symptom of dehydration - hence, it is vital to maintain hydration, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Minden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162 days and collects up to 39.37" (1000mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Minden, snow does not fall in April through November.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 51min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:25 am and sunset at 7:54 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:15 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.3h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: During May, 6 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Persist in precautions and follow sun safety policies. Keeping sunburn at bay is imperative. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Minden, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 63.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.9°F).
Average pressure in May
Minden, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"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
Minden, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Minden, LA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (69%).
Average rainfall in May
Minden, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.7"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").
Average rainfall days in May
Minden, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10.2 days).
Average snowfall in May
Minden, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Minden, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 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
Minden, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Minden, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Minden, 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
Minden, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 36
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Minden, LA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).
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