May weather forecast
Patterson, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Patterson, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 82.9°F (28.3°C) and 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Temperature

May's onset brings a subtle temperature rise, moving from 76.8°F (24.9°C) in April to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). In Patterson, May nights cool down to an average of 69.3°F (20.7°C).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Prolonged exposure combined with continuous activity could lead to exhaustion, and possibly heat cramps.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young people are generally more susceptible than adults because they perspire less. Furthermore, their proportionally larger skin surface to their petite bodies and the increased heat output from their actions add to the risk.

Humidity

In Patterson, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in May is 76%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout May, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Patterson, Louisiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 149.2 days and collects up to 22.83" (580mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Patterson is 13h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In Patterson, the average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Patterson are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 7 transforms into the following instructions:
Uphold preventive measures and conform to sun safety guidelines. Defending against skin and eye harm is crucial. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Patterson in May?

Patterson in May has an average high-temperature of 82.9°F (28.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 69.3°F (20.7°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Patterson?

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

How much does it rain in Patterson in May?

In Patterson, Louisiana, in May, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Patterson?

February through December are months without snowfall in Patterson.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Patterson?

On the first day of May in Patterson, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 8:00 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Patterson?

The average sunshine duration in May is 10.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in May in Patterson?

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

Average temperature in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 69.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (77.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.7°F).

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Average pressure in May
Patterson, LA

Average pressure in May - Patterson, 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
Patterson, LA

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in May
Patterson, LA

Average humidity in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average humidity in May: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in May
Patterson, LA

Average rainfall in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.87").

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Average rainfall days in May
Patterson, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall days in May
Patterson, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Patterson, 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
Patterson, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Patterson, 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: 11h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Patterson, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 17.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (7.7 days).

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Average UV index in May
Patterson, LA

Average UV index in May - Patterson, 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
Patterson, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Patterson, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 25

The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 44).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 23).

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Average visibility in May
Patterson, LA

Average visibility in May - Patterson, 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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