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 accompanied by a modest temperature increase, with the average high-temperature edging up from a warm 75.4°F (24.1°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). Vidalia's temperature lowers to a mean of 64.4°F (18°C) during the nights in May.Heat index
In May, the heat index is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure heightened precautions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Sustained activity could provoke heatstroke.When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 78%.Rainfall
In Vidalia, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
April through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Vidalia, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 47min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. 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. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55.9°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average humidity in May: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are July and August (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Vidalia, 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
Vidalia, 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 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Vidalia, 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
Vidalia, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
Vidalia, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).
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