May weather forecast
Pineville, LA

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Weather in May

May embodies the transition from spring to summer in Pineville, with longer, hotter days and significantly warmer nights. There's a minor decrease in rainfall amount, from 3.31" (84mm) in April to about 2.95" (75mm). Cloud cover begins to decline, leading to clearer skies and extended sunshine hours. May is the threshold to summer, getting ready for the hot days encapsulated by the Louisiana sun. The absence of snowfall underlines the deepening warmth.

Temperature

A gentle upsurge in temperatures occurs in Pineville as April gives way to May, with average highs shifting from 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). In May, Pineville's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 64.8°F (18.2°C) during the night.

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Heat index values may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when exposed to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', ties air temperature with relative humidity to produce the perceived temperature sensation. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pineville, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164.9 rainfall days, and 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Pineville, snow does not fall in March through November.

Daylight

In Pineville, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.5h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 84.6°F (29.2°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Pineville?

The average relative humidity in May is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Pineville, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

March through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May?

In Pineville, the average day length in May is 13h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:23 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Pineville have in May?

In May, the average sunshine duration is 9.5h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Pineville, LA

Average temperature in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.8°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 (40.6°F).

Average pressure in May
Pineville, LA

Average pressure in May - Pineville, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Pineville, LA

Average wind speed in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).

Average humidity in May
Pineville, LA

Average humidity in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in May
Pineville, LA

Average rainfall in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").

Average rainfall days in May
Pineville, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in May
Pineville, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Pineville, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 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
Pineville, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in May
Pineville, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Pineville, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Pineville, LA

Average UV index in May - Pineville, 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
Pineville, LA

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in May
Pineville, LA

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

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

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