Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
The arrival of May introduces a minor uplift in high-temperatures, adjusting from 77.5°F (25.3°C) in April to a still warm 84.7°F (29.3°C). The nights of May in Roanoke anticipate an average low-temperature of 68.2°F (20.1°C).Heat index
For May, the heat index is estimated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Ensure extra safety steps, heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Long activity might lead to heatstroke.It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Under direct sunshine, the heat index values might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. 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 extremely vital to babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally at greater risk than adults due to their limited sweating ability. In addition, their large skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production from their activities add to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 75%.Rainfall
In Roanoke, during May, the rain falls for 11.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Roanoke, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.2 days and collects up to 16.42" (417mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall in Roanoke.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 41min.On the first day of May in Roanoke, sunrise is at 6:26 am and sunset at 7:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 8:07 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine in Roanoke is 10.3h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
Frequently asked questions
Is it hot in Roanoke during May?
What is the average humidity in May in Roanoke?
How much does it rain in Roanoke in May?
When it does not snow in Roanoke?
What is the average length of the day in May in Roanoke?
When are sunrise and sunset in May in Roanoke?
How many hours of sunshine does Roanoke have in May?
What are the months with the highest UV index in Roanoke?
How high is the UV index in May in Roanoke?
Average temperature in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (90.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 68.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Roanoke, 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
Roanoke, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).
Average humidity in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average humidity in May: 75%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 1.22"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.02").
Average rainfall days in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 11.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).
Average snowfall in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.04").
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
Roanoke, 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 March, April, May, June, July, August, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min
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 2min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 16.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.7 days).
Average UV index in May
Roanoke, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Roanoke, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 29
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Roanoke, 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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