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
The shift into May is characterized by a subtle rise in the average high-temperature, transitioning from April's warm 77°F (25°C) to a still moderately hot 84.7°F (29.3°C). Powhatan records a steady low-temperature average of 64°F (17.8°C) during May.Heat index
The heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise heightened safety, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may provoke heatstroke.Be advised, the heat index considers values for conditions in shade and with a light breeze. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In Powhatan, during May, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.72" (69mm) of precipitation. In Powhatan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.7 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Powhatan, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 48min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:13 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to 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. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°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 (39.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.72"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.3").
Average rainfall days in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).
Average snowfall in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Powhatan, 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 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.1 days).
Average UV index in May
Powhatan, 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
Powhatan, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Powhatan, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, September and December (5mi).
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