May weather forecastRapides, LA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Rapides, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 64.8°F (18.2°C) and max 84.6°F (29.2°C).Temperature
In Rapides, stepping into May brings a gentle temperature nudge, moving slightly up from April's 76.8°F (24.9°C) to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). In Rapides, the expected average low-temperature for May is a comfortable 64.8°F (18.2°C).Heat index
For May, the heat index is calculated to be a hot 93.2°F (34°C). Take more safety measures, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are potential outcomes. Persistent activity might lead to heatstroke.The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for 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 May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In Rapides, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Rapides, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.9 days and collects up to 35.43" (900mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
March through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Rapides, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 46min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:24 am and sunset at 7:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 8:09 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.5h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Rapides, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (56.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F
The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (40.6°F).
Average pressure in May
Rapides, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.96"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Rapides, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July, August and September (5mph).
Average humidity in May
Rapides, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Rapides, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.95"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.17").
Average rainfall days in May
Rapides, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Rapides, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.55").
The months with the least snowfall are March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Rapides, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Rapides, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 48min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Rapides, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Rapides, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Rapides, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in May
Rapides, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, July, August and September (5mi).
