May weather forecast
Taft, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Taft, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.3°F (20.7°C) and max 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

Taft, Louisiana, observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from 77.2°F (25.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.5°F (28.6°C). During the month of May, an average temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C) is noted during the nights in Taft.

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' 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. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young ones generally face higher dangers than adults since they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface area compared totheir small bodies and increased heat production from their activities, the risks are heightened.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Taft, in May, during 14.5 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 180.8 rainfall days, and 33.39" (848mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Taft is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.5h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following advice:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How hot is May?

In Taft, 83.5°F (28.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 69.3°F (20.7°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in May is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in May?

In Taft, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through November are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Taft?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:58 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Taft have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Taft?

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.3°F).

Average pressure in May
Taft, LA

Average pressure in May - Taft, 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
Taft, LA

Average wind speed in May - Taft, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in May
Taft, LA

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in May
Taft, LA

Average rainfall in May - Taft, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.5").

Average rainfall days in May
Taft, LA

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Taft, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 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
Taft, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Taft, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Taft, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Taft, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (4.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Taft, LA

Average UV index in May - Taft, LA
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Taft, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Taft, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in May
Taft, LA

Average visibility in May - Taft, 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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