May weather forecast
East Ridgewood, LA

May, the last month of the spring in East Ridgewood, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.5°F (18.6°C) and max 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a minor rise in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 78.6°F (25.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.5°F (29.7°C). In East Ridgewood, an average temperature of 65.5°F (18.6°C) is noted during May nights.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is evaluated at a torrid 96.8°F (36°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a composite of temperature and humidity figures to convey how warm it feels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Typically, young kids are at a higher risk than adults since they sweat less. Also, the larger skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the heightened heat production due to their active nature adds to their vulnerability.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in East Ridgewood is 76%.

Rainfall

In East Ridgewood, during May, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation. In East Ridgewood, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In East Ridgewood, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May 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 East Ridgewood, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In East Ridgewood, the average sunshine in May is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in East Ridgewood are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 in May translates into these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.