May weather forecast
Balmoral, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Balmoral, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.4°F (18°C) and an average high of 83.1°F (28.4°C).

Temperature

A minor escalation in the average high-temperature is seen with the onset of May, moving from 75.6°F (24.2°C) in April to a still warm 83.1°F (28.4°C). During the month of May, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 64.4°F (18°C).

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.
It is emphasized that the heat index's values are meant for shaded zones with mild winds. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout May, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.1 rainfall days, and 35.12" (892mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall in Balmoral.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Balmoral, Louisiana, is 13h and 49min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Balmoral is 9.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 6 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Balmoral in May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Balmoral, is 83.1°F (28.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.4°F (18°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Balmoral?

The average relative humidity in May in Balmoral is 77%.

How many days does it rain in May in Balmoral?

In Balmoral, in May, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Balmoral?

April through December are months without snowfall.

What is the average length of the day in May in Balmoral?

In May, the average day length in Balmoral is 13h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Balmoral?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Balmoral have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.9h.

How high is the UV index in May in Balmoral?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Balmoral, Louisiana, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Balmoral, LA

Average temperature in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (55°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 (40.3°F).

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Average pressure in May
Balmoral, LA

Average pressure in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Balmoral, LA

Average wind speed in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Balmoral, LA

Average humidity in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Balmoral, LA

Average rainfall in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in May
Balmoral, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (15.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Balmoral, LA

Average snowfall in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Balmoral, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Balmoral, 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, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Balmoral, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Balmoral, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Balmoral, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.3 days).

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Average UV index in May
Balmoral, LA

Average UV index in May - Balmoral, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Balmoral, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Balmoral, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Balmoral, LA

Average visibility in May - Balmoral, 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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