May weather forecast
South Vacherie, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in South Vacherie, Louisiana, with an average temperature fluctuating between 84°F (28.9°C) and 67.3°F (19.6°C).

Temperature

May's onset witnesses a minor shift in the average high-temperature, moving from 77.9°F (25.5°C) in April to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 67.3°F (19.6°C) during May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In South Vacherie, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In South Vacherie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In South Vacherie, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In South Vacherie, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Prevent overexposure. Protection from the sun's harmful effects is needed. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

The high-temperature during May is 84°F (28.9°C) and the low-temperature is 67.3°F (19.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in South Vacherie?

In May, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in May?

In South Vacherie, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 2.8" (71mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

In South Vacherie, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does South Vacherie have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / 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 long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

How high is the UV index in May?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average temperature in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 84°F

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (89.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 67.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.1°F).

Average pressure in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average pressure in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average wind speed in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average humidity in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

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

Average rainfall in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average rainfall in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.88").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.26").

Average rainfall days in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average rainfall days in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (22.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average snowfall in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

Average snowfall days in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average snowfall days in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and December (0.1 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
South Vacherie, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - South Vacherie, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average sunshine days in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.4 days).

Average UV index in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average UV index in May - South Vacherie, 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
South Vacherie, LA

Average cloud cover in May - South Vacherie, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
South Vacherie, LA

Average visibility in May - South Vacherie, 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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