May weather forecast
Starks, LA

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Starks, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 68.4°F (20.2°C) and 84.7°F (29.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of May signals a slight increase in the average high-temperature, moving from 78.3°F (25.7°C) in April to a still warm 84.7°F (29.3°C). An average low-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C) is observed during the May nights.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Starks, Louisiana, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Starks, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Starks, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.2 days and collects up to 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

In Starks, snow does not fall in February through November.

Daylight

In Starks, Louisiana, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Starks, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.1h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Starks is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk 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:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is May in Starks?

In May, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Starks are 84.7°F (29.3°C) and 68.4°F (20.2°C) respectively. In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Starks?

In May, the average relative humidity in Starks, Louisiana, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Starks in May?

In Starks, Louisiana, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

When it does not snow in Starks?

February through November are months without snowfall in Starks.

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

In Starks, the average day length in May is 13h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in May in Starks?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:30 am and sunset at 7:52 pm. On the last day of the month, in Starks, Louisiana, sunrise is at 6:13 am and sunset at 8:11 pm CDT.

How many hours of sunshine does Starks have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May in Starks is 10.1h.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Starks?

In Starks, Louisiana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Starks, LA

Average temperature in May - Starks, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in May: 68.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (75.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (44.2°F).

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Average pressure in May
Starks, LA

Average pressure in May - Starks, 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 (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in May
Starks, LA

Average wind speed in May - Starks, LA
  • Average wind speed in May: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.9mph).

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Average humidity in May
Starks, LA

Average humidity in May - Starks, 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%).

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Average rainfall in May
Starks, LA

Average rainfall in May - Starks, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in May
Starks, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Starks, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Starks, LA

Average snowfall in May - Starks, LA
  • Average snowfall in May: 0"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Starks, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Starks, 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, October and November (0 days).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Starks, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Starks, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Starks, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Starks, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in May
Starks, LA

Average UV index in May - Starks, 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).

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Average cloud cover in May
Starks, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Starks, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in May
Starks, LA

Average visibility in May - Starks, 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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