May weather forecast
Lake Providence, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Lake Providence, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between max 82.4°F (28°C) and min 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Temperature

In Lake Providence, the average high-temperature in May slightly rises, from a warm 74.3°F (23.5°C) in April, to a still moderately hot 82.4°F (28°C). Lake Providence throughout May, records an average low-temperature of 64.9°F (18.3°C).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a tropical 87.8°F (31°C). Persisting in activity during exposure could lead to weariness and subsequently to heat cramps.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a numerical representation of warmth when taking temperature and moisture levels into account. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. By being directly under the sun, it's possible for the felt temperature to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lake Providence, Louisiana, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Lake Providence, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.9 days and collects up to 37.28" (947mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Lake Providence, snow does not fall in April through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 52min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of May, in Lake Providence, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10h.

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. 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 Lake Providence during May?

The average high-temperature, in May, in Lake Providence, is 82.4°F (28°C), while the average low-temperature is 64.9°F (18.3°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lake Providence?

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

How much does it rain in Lake Providence in May?

In Lake Providence, Louisiana, in May, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 2.87" (73mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When it does not snow in Lake Providence?

April through December are months without snowfall in Lake Providence, Louisiana.

What is the average length of the day in May in Lake Providence?

The average day length in May in Lake Providence is 13h and 52min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lake Providence?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:46 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lake Providence, Louisiana, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Lake Providence?

The average sunshine duration in May in Lake Providence, Louisiana, is 10h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Lake Providence?

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

Average temperature in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.1°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 (39.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average pressure in May - Lake Providence, 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).

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Average wind speed in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average wind speed in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average humidity in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

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Average rainfall in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average rainfall in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average snowfall in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.16").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Lake Providence, 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).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lake Providence, 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 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average UV index in May - Lake Providence, 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
Lake Providence, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Lake Providence, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 30

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in May
Lake Providence, LA

Average visibility in May - Lake Providence, 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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