May weather forecast
Crystal Place, LA

May, the last month of the spring in Crystal Place, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 85.5°F (29.7°C) and 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Temperature

The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a still warm 85.5°F (29.7°C). Crystal Place experiences an average low-temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) in the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Special measures are necessary to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity could result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values can rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees when in direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Considering the impact of direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Crystal Place, Louisiana, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Crystal Place, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Crystal Place, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

February through November are months without snowfall in Crystal Place.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Crystal Place is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, in Crystal Place, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Crystal Place, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.