May weather forecastMerlin, LA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Merlin, is another warm month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 85.3°F (29.6°C) and an average low of 66.4°F (19.1°C).Temperature
May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C). An average low-temperature of 66.4°F (19.1°C) is expected in Merlin, Louisiana, during May.Heat index
In May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 96.8°F (36°C). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. Higher relative humidity impedes evaporation, thus reducing heat dispersion from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Merlin, Louisiana, in May, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.6 rainfall days, and 15.51" (394mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
In Merlin, snow does not fall in February through December.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:02 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In Merlin, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The daily high UV index of 6 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Shun overexposure. Protection from sun ravages is indispensable. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.
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Average temperature in May
Merlin, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 66.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.5°F).
Average pressure in May
Merlin, 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 and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Merlin, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Merlin, LA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Merlin, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.3"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.67").
Average rainfall days in May
Merlin, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).
Average snowfall in May
Merlin, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.08").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Merlin, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Merlin, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Merlin, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are July and August (7.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Merlin, LA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Merlin, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 33
The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Merlin, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).
