May weather forecast
Forest Home, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Forest Home, Louisiana, with temperature in the range of an average low of 64.9°F (18.3°C) and an average high of 83.5°F (28.6°C).

Temperature

The start of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still warm 83.5°F (28.6°C). Forest Home in May anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Forest Home, in May, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 149.8 rainfall days, and 35.51" (902mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Forest Home, snow does not fall in April through November.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Forest Home, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Forest Home is 9.3h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 6 in May leads to these guidelines:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. 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. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Forest Home?

In May, in Forest Home, the average high-temperature is 83.5°F (28.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Forest Home?

In May, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in Forest Home in May?

In May, the rain falls for 13.9 days. Throughout May, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When it does not snow in Forest Home?

April through November are months without snowfall in Forest Home.

What is the average length of the day in May in Forest Home?

In Forest Home, the average day length in May is 13h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Forest Home?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Forest Home, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Home have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 9.3h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Forest Home?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Forest Home, Louisiana, is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Forest Home, LA

Average temperature in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.5°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 (53.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 64.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.4°F).

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Average pressure in May
Forest Home, LA

Average pressure in May - Forest Home, 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
Forest Home, LA

Average wind speed in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (7.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in May
Forest Home, LA

Average humidity in May - Forest Home, 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 (69%).

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Average rainfall in May
Forest Home, LA

Average rainfall in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in May
Forest Home, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Forest Home, LA

Average snowfall in May - Forest Home, 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 and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Forest Home, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 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
Forest Home, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Forest Home, 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 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Forest Home, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Forest Home, LA

Average UV index in May - Forest Home, 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
Forest Home, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Forest Home, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 35

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in May
Forest Home, LA

Average visibility in May - Forest Home, 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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