May weather forecast
Gheens, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Gheens, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 83.7°F (28.7°C) and min 68.9°F (20.5°C).

Temperature

May's arrival signals a subtle increase in average high-temperatures, moving from April's warm 77.7°F (25.4°C) to a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C). Gheens usually reports an average low-temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) during the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a tropical 91.4°F (33°C). More preventive actions are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is significant. Prolonged activity may trigger heatstroke.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.

Humidity

In Gheens, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Gheens, in May, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.4 rainfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Gheens, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In Gheens, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of May, in Gheens, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it hot in Gheens during May?

In Gheens, 83.7°F (28.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 68.9°F (20.5°C) is the average low-temperature during May. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Gheens?

The average relative humidity in May in Gheens is 75%.

How much does it rain in Gheens in May?

In Gheens, in May, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Gheens?

In Gheens, snow does not fall in February through December.

What is the average length of the day in May in Gheens?

In Gheens, Louisiana, the average day length in May is 13h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Gheens?

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:18 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Gheens have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Gheens, Louisiana, is 10.5h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Gheens?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Gheens?

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Gheens, LA

Average temperature in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 83.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (61.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.1°F).

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Average pressure in May
Gheens, LA

Average pressure in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average pressure in May: 29.99"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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Gheens, LA

Average wind speed in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in May
Gheens, LA

Average humidity in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Gheens, LA

Average rainfall in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.75").

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Average rainfall days in May
Gheens, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.4 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Gheens, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Gheens, 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, November and December (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Gheens, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Gheens, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Gheens, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (6.8 days).

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Average UV index in May
Gheens, LA

Average UV index in May - Gheens, 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
Gheens, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Gheens, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).

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Average visibility in May
Gheens, LA

Average visibility in May - Gheens, 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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