May weather forecast
Lockport, LA

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Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Lockport, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 68.9°F (20.5°C) and 83.7°F (28.7°C).

Temperature

Lockport, Louisiana, in May denotes a subtle temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of 77.7°F (25.4°C) in April to a still moderately hot 83.7°F (28.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 68.9°F (20.5°C) marks the month of May in Lockport.

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a hot 91.4°F (33°C). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
It is worth noting that heat index values are gauged for conditions in the shade and light breezes. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', blends air temperature and moisture content to represent the felt temperature to humans. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lockport, during May, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.4 rainfall days, and 19.13" (486mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

February through December are months without snowfall in Lockport.

Daylight

In Lockport, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Lockport, Louisiana, 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 of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 7 suggests this advice:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Lockport?

The high-temperature, in May, in Lockport, is 83.7°F (28.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 68.9°F (20.5°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Lockport?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Lockport?

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

When it does not snow in Lockport?

In Lockport, Louisiana, snow does not fall in February through December.

How many hours of daylight does Lockport have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Lockport?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:39 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lockport, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Lockport have in May?

In Lockport, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.5h.

When is the highest UV index in Lockport?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Lockport?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Lockport, Louisiana, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Lockport, LA

Average temperature in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average pressure in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average wind speed in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average humidity in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average rainfall in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average UV index in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Lockport, 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
Lockport, LA

Average visibility in May - Lockport, 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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