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 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 brings a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 77.4°F (25.2°C) in April to a still warm 83.3°F (28.5°C). Avoca reports an average low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) during the nights of May.Heat index
May's heat index is appraised at a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Incorporate additional safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Long-term activity may induce heatstroke.The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children often fail to understand the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - hence, it is crucial to stay hydrated, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Humidity
In Avoca, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Avoca, Louisiana, during May, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 128.6 rainfall days, and 13.27" (337mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Avoca, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In Avoca, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 39min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:41 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May in Avoca is 10.8h.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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in May
Avoca, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 69.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).
Average pressure in May
Avoca, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Avoca, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 7.4mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).
Average humidity in May
Avoca, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in May
Avoca, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.43").
Average rainfall days in May
Avoca, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.9 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Avoca, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 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
Avoca, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
Avoca, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (6.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Avoca, 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
Avoca, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 25
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).
Average visibility in May
Avoca, 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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