May weather forecast
Bastrop, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Bastrop, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C).

Temperature

May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from a warm 74.7°F (23.7°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). An average low-temperature of 64.8°F (18.2°C) marks the month of May in Bastrop.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is computed to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With ongoing exposure and activity, one might experience weariness, and heat cramps could ensue.
When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The individual's temperature perception can be influenced by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Given the impact of direct sunlight, it's noteworthy that the felt temperature can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bastrop, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bastrop, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.5 days and collects up to 36.14" (918mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through December are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Bastrop is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of May, in Bastrop, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Bastrop, Louisiana, the average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May translates into the following guidance:
Incorporate safeguards and honour sun safety principles. Protection from skin and eye damage is obligatory. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Bastrop?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Bastrop, Louisiana, are 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 64.8°F (18.2°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Bastrop?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Bastrop?

In May, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout May, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Bastrop?

In Bastrop, Louisiana, snow does not fall in April through December.

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

The average day length in May in Bastrop is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Bastrop?

On the first day of May in Bastrop, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Bastrop have in May?

In Bastrop, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.7h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Bastrop?

In Bastrop, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Bastrop, LA

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (38.8°F).

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Average pressure in May
Bastrop, LA

Average pressure in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.97"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Bastrop, LA

Average wind speed in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (7.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Bastrop, LA

Average humidity in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

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
Bastrop, LA

Average rainfall in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Bastrop, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Bastrop, LA

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.2").
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
Bastrop, LA

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (0.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Bastrop, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Bastrop, LA

Average UV index in May - Bastrop, 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
Bastrop, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Bastrop, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Bastrop, LA

Average visibility in May - Bastrop, 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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