May weather forecast
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in West Pointe A La Hache, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 72.9°F (22.7°C) and max 81.3°F (27.4°C).

Temperature

A soft shift in the average high-temperature is noticeable in May, transitioning from 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still warm 81.3°F (27.4°C). West Pointe A La Hache, during May nights, observes a steady temperature, averaging at a pleasant 72.9°F (22.7°C).

Heat index

The heat index for May is computed to be a hot 86°F (30°C). With unrelenting exposure and activity, one might experience exhaustion, leading to potential heat cramps.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', unifies temperature and humidity readings to offer a comprehensive feel of warmth. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to 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 West Pointe A La Hache, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In West Pointe A La Hache, in May, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Pointe A La Hache, there are 137.2 rainfall days, and 19.92" (506mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In West Pointe A La Hache, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In West Pointe A La Hache, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.8h.

UV index

May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May leads to these advisories:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature?

In West Pointe A La Hache, in May, the average high-temperature is 81.3°F (27.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 72.9°F (22.7°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in May?

In West Pointe A La Hache, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

How much does it rain in May?

In West Pointe A La Hache, during May, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow?

February through December are months without snowfall.

How many hours of daylight does West Pointe A La Hache have in May?

In West Pointe A La Hache, the average day length in May is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 7:54 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does West Pointe A La Hache have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

What is the month with the highest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in May?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average temperature in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 81.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 72.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (51.6°F).

Average pressure in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average pressure in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average wind speed in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (11.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.3mph).

Average humidity in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average humidity in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average rainfall in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is April (0.79").

Average rainfall days in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average rainfall days in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall days in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average snowfall days in May - West Pointe A La Hache, 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, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - West Pointe A La Hache, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average sunshine days in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 19.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are April and November (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.3 days).

Average UV index in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average UV index in May - West Pointe A La Hache, 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 and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average cloud cover in May - West Pointe A La Hache, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 23

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in May
West Pointe A La Hache, LA

Average visibility in May - West Pointe A La Hache, 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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