May weather forecast
DeRidder, LA

In May, DeRidder prepares for the onset of summer. The weather turns warmer with temperatures hovering between 65.5°F (18.6°C) and 85.3°F (29.6°C). Outdoor activities become more frequent as the city basks in ample sunlight and maintains daylight for 13.7 hours. It's a bright and sunny period, essential for both nature and people.

Temperature

May in DeRidder comes with a subtle rise, with the average high-temperature adjusting from 77.7°F (25.4°C) in April to a still warm 85.3°F (29.6°C). DeRidder experiences an average nighttime temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) in the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Adopt additional preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are potential outcomes. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Children often do not understand the need to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late manifestation of dehydration - therefore, it is essential to stay hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In DeRidder, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In DeRidder, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In DeRidder, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.2 days and collects up to 25.08" (637mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

March through November are months without snowfall.

Daylight

In DeRidder, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 44min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:28 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 7 during May, leads to the following recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.