May weather forecast
Garden City, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Garden City, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 69.1°F (20.6°C) and max 83.3°F (28.5°C).

Temperature

As May sets, the average high-temperature shows a slight increase, moving up from 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C). An average low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C) is recorded during the nights in May in Garden City, Louisiana.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Implement additional safety measures to avoid heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Persistent activity might trigger heatstroke.
Data suggests that the heat index is set for environments in shade and with a light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Young ones often ignore the need to take a break and drink fluids. Thirst is a late-stage symptom of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, particularly during extended physical activities, is crucial.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Garden City, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Garden City, Louisiana, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 21.73" (552mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Garden City, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of May, in Garden City, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Garden City, the average sunshine in May is 10.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Minimize exposure to direct sunlight and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, but remember that shade structures may not offer complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Garden City in May?

During May, Garden City experiences an average high-temperature of 83.3°F (28.5°C) and a low-temperature of 69.1°F (20.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Garden City?

In May, the average relative humidity in Garden City is 76%.

How many days does it rain in May in Garden City?

In Garden City, in May, during 11.8 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Garden City?

In Garden City, snow does not fall in February through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Garden City?

In Garden City, the average day length in May is 13h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Garden City?

On the first day of May in Garden City, sunrise is at 6:22 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Garden City?

In Garden City, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.6h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Garden City?

The months with the highest UV index in Garden City, Louisiana, are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index reading in May in Garden City?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Garden City, LA

Average temperature in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46.9°F).

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Average pressure in May
Garden City, LA

Average pressure in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Garden City, LA

Average wind speed in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Garden City, LA

Average humidity in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Garden City, LA

Average rainfall in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in May
Garden City, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (21.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Garden City, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Garden City, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Garden City, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (5.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Garden City, LA

Average UV index in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).

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Average cloud cover in May
Garden City, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Garden City, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Garden City, LA

Average visibility in May - Garden City, 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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