May weather forecast
Southwinds, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Southwinds, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 64.9°F (18.3°C) and 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May brings a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, edging up from April's warm 75.2°F (24°C) to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). Southwinds, during May nights, observes an average temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young kids are often more at risk than adults as they tend to perspire less. Besides, their skin surface is larger relative to their small bodies, and their increased heat output from their active lifestyle compounds their risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Southwinds is 75%.

Rainfall

In Southwinds, in May, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Southwinds, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

Southwinds in May has an average high-temperature of 83.5°F (28.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Southwinds, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In Southwinds, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow?

April through November are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does Southwinds have in May?

In Southwinds, the average day length in May is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

Average pressure in May
Southwinds, LA

Average pressure in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
Southwinds, LA

Average wind speed in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).

Average humidity in May
Southwinds, LA

Average humidity in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in May
Southwinds, LA

Average rainfall in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Southwinds, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Southwinds, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in May
Southwinds, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Southwinds, 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
Southwinds, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Southwinds, 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 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 February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Southwinds, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Southwinds, LA

Average UV index in May - Southwinds, 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
Southwinds, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Southwinds, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in May
Southwinds, LA

Average visibility in May - Southwinds, 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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