May weather forecast
Waggaman, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Waggaman, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 70°F (21.1°C) and an average high of 82.9°F (28.3°C).

Temperature

Waggaman's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). An average temperature of 70°F (21.1°C) is recorded during the nights in May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Remaining active during long-lasting exposure could cause fatigue, leading to heat cramps.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Should you be directly under the sun, anticipate a possible increase in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Waggaman, during May, the rain falls for 14 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 179.5 rainfall days, and 37.4" (950mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Waggaman is 10.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Waggaman are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in May?

Waggaman in May has an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 70°F (21.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

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

How much does it rain in May?

In Waggaman, Louisiana, in May, during 14 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow?

In Waggaman, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Waggaman have in May?

The average day length in May is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Waggaman have in May?

In Waggaman, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.4h.

What are the months with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

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

Average temperature in May - Waggaman, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 70°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

Average pressure in May
Waggaman, LA

Average pressure in May - Waggaman, 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
Waggaman, LA

Average wind speed in May - Waggaman, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in May
Waggaman, LA

Average humidity in May - Waggaman, 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
Waggaman, LA

Average rainfall in May - Waggaman, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in May
Waggaman, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Waggaman, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (24.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in May
Waggaman, LA

Average snowfall in May - Waggaman, 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
Waggaman, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 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
Waggaman, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Waggaman, 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 2min

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
Waggaman, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Waggaman, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (5.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Waggaman, LA

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Waggaman, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Waggaman, 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 25).

Average visibility in May
Waggaman, LA

Average visibility in May - Waggaman, 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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