May weather forecastFortune Fork, LA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Fortune Fork, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).Temperature
May sees a marginal temperature increase, moving from 75.2°F (24°C) in April to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). Fortune Fork experiences a consistent average temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) throughout the nights in May.Heat index
For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). Staying active during long-term exposure might result in a state of exhaustion and cause heat cramps.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Consider that direct sun exposure can intensify the felt heat, adding potentially 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May in Fortune Fork, Louisiana, is 76%.Rainfall
In Fortune Fork, in May, it is raining for 14.3 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fortune Fork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
In Fortune Fork, snow does not fall in April through October and December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Fortune Fork, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Fortune Fork is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Adopt measures and apply sun safety strategies. Shielding from skin and eye damage is necessary. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Fortune Fork, 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 and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Fortune Fork, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Fortune Fork, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Fortune Fork, 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).
