May weather forecastDeQuincy, LA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in DeQuincy, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 67.1°F (19.5°C) and max 85.1°F (29.5°C).Temperature
In May, the average high-temperature marginally rises from a moderately hot 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still warm 85.1°F (29.5°C). In the month of May, the temperature generally rests at an average low of 67.1°F (19.5°C).Heat index
May's mean heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Exposure to direct sun rays can influence the heat you feel, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
The evaporation of sweat is a natural cooling mechanism of the human body, facilitated by perspiration. An increase in relative humidity disrupts body cooling by slowing the evaporation rate, thereby reducing the rate at which the body cools and amplifying the sense of heat. When heat uptake goes beyond the body's cooling mechanisms, there's a surge in body temperature, posing health risks.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in DeQuincy is 75%.Rainfall
In DeQuincy, in May, during 12.7 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In DeQuincy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.9 days and collects up to 27.01" (686mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In DeQuincy, snow does not fall in February through November.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.8h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.
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Average temperature in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 85.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (58.6°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 67.1°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (42.8°F).
Average pressure in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 7.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).
Average humidity in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.32"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.1").
Average rainfall days in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.6 days).
Average UV index in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 35
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in May
DeQuincy, LA
- Average visibility in May: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (5mi).
