May weather forecastAbbeville, LA
May
Weather in May
The month of May marks a point where the weather in Abbeville becomes distinctly warmer. The arrival of May indicates the complete relinquishment of cooler weather and the welcoming of summer. Signifying the arrival of the warmer period, May sees the mercury shooting up to 83.8°F (28.8°C). However, May is also accompanied by a fair share of humidity, resulting in a warmer, humid environment. Hence, May is the perfect representation of the impending summer season with higher temperatures.Temperature
The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from a moderately hot 77°F (25°C) in April to a still warm 83.8°F (28.8°C). Abbeville records a steady low-temperature average of 69.1°F (20.6°C) during May.Heat index
The average heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). Extra precautions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible outcomes. Extended activity could lead to heatstroke.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The heat index may scale up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. 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 are essentially critical for children. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 22.24" (565mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, in Abbeville, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 8:04 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, 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 vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Embrace precautions and observe sun safety norms. Evasion of sunburn is a necessity. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 83.8°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 (59.5°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (76.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (45.3°F).
Average pressure in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).
Average humidity in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (1.18").
Average rainfall days in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The months with the highest snowfall are January and December (0.04").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Abbeville, 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
Abbeville, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min
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 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Abbeville, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 18.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Abbeville, 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
Abbeville, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 28
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Abbeville, 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).
