May weather forecastSaint Francisville, LA
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the spring in Saint Francisville, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 84.6°F (29.2°C) and min 64.8°F (18.2°C).Temperature
Saint Francisville in May observes a minor temperature shift, with average high-temperatures adjusting from 77.5°F (25.3°C) in April to a still moderately hot 84.6°F (29.2°C). Saint Francisville, during the nights of May, experiences an average temperature drop to a refreshing 64.8°F (18.2°C).Heat index
Throughout May, the heat index is estimated at a very hot 95°F (35°C). Extra safeguards are necessary to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Prolonged activity might cause heatstroke.When considering the heat index, it's pivotal to note it is for shade and mild wind conditions. If directly exposed to the sun, the heat index could rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. 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. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
Perspiration and the resultant sweat evaporation are the body's natural thermostat, helping regulate temperature. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 77%.Rainfall
In Saint Francisville, during May, the rain falls for 14.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173 rainfall days, and 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 43min.On the first day of May in Saint Francisville, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 8:03 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.6h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (57.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (41.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average humidity in May: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.2").
Average rainfall days in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).
Average snowfall in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Saint Francisville, 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 April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Saint Francisville, 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: 9h and 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (9.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average UV index in May: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 37
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in May
Saint Francisville, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September and December (5mi).
