May weather forecast
Vacherie, LA

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Weather in May

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

Temperature

A slight uplift of average high-temperatures is noted in May, with temperatures adjusting from a moderately hot 77.9°F (25.5°C) in April to a still warm 84°F (28.9°C). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 67.3°F (19.6°C) is experienced.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). More safety actions are required, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Long-term activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is an indicator that blends the effects of temperature and humidity to depict perceived warmth. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Vacherie, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Vacherie, Louisiana, there are 172.6 rainfall days, and 30.2" (767mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In Vacherie, the average length of the day in May 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 7:59 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Vacherie, the average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

Is it hot during May?

In Vacherie, 84°F (28.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 67.3°F (19.6°C) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In Vacherie, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May?

In May, the rain falls for 14 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Vacherie?

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

How many hours of daylight does Vacherie have in May?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, 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 7:59 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Vacherie have in May?

In Vacherie, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in May?

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

Average temperature in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average pressure in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average wind speed in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average humidity in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average rainfall in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average rainfall days in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average snowfall in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average snowfall days in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average sunshine days in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average UV index in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average cloud cover in May - 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
Vacherie, LA

Average visibility in May - 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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