May weather forecast
Sulphur, LA

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Weather in May

A precursor to summer, May, transports people closer to the heart of the heat. It witnesses an increase in both daylight hours and temperatures, painting a typical summer picture. The beautifully clear skies of Sulphur are a testament to the 31% cloud coverage that the month boasts. While rainfall becomes a bit more frequent compared to April, it still shies away from its peak. As temperatures continue to climb, reaching 84.6°F (29.2°C), residents start to acclimatize to the steadily escalating heat.

Temperature

May brings a slight rise in Sulphur's average high-temperature, moving from a moderately hot 78.3°F (25.7°C) in April to a still warm 84.6°F (29.2°C). Sulphur, in May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 68.4°F (20.2°C).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a tropical 93.2°F (34°C). Preventive measures are required to mitigate the risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion. Continuous activity may precipitate heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. This effect is personal, shaped by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, influenced by factors including wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Under direct sun rays, the felt temperature might be heightened, with the heat index increasing by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant 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

The average relative humidity in May in Sulphur is 75%.

Rainfall

In Sulphur, in May, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.52" (64mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sulphur, there are 160.8 rainfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Sulphur, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 41min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Sulphur, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sulphur are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 7 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun's UV radiation is at its peak. Limit your exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.
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Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Sulphur in May?

An average high-temperature, in May, in Sulphur, is 84.6°F (29.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 68.4°F (20.2°C). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in May in Sulphur?

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

How many days does it rain in May in Sulphur?

In Sulphur, Louisiana, in May, during 12.4 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Sulphur?

February through December are months without snowfall in Sulphur, Louisiana.

How many hours of daylight does Sulphur have in May?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Sulphur?

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:29 am and sunset at 7:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:12 am and sunset at 8:10 pm CDT.

How long on average sun shines in May in Sulphur?

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sulphur is 10.2h.

What is the month with the highest UV index in Sulphur?

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

What is the UV index reading in May in Sulphur?

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Sulphur, Louisiana, is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sulphur, LA

Average temperature in May - Sulphur, LA
  • Average high temperature in May: 84.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (91.9°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
Sulphur, LA

Average pressure in May - Sulphur, 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
Sulphur, LA

Average wind speed in May - Sulphur, 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
Sulphur, LA

Average humidity in May - Sulphur, 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
Sulphur, LA

Average rainfall in May - Sulphur, LA
  • Average rainfall in May: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in May
Sulphur, LA

Average rainfall days in May - Sulphur, LA
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in May
Sulphur, LA

Average snowfall in May - Sulphur, 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, November and December (0").

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Average snowfall days in May
Sulphur, LA

Average snowfall days in May - Sulphur, 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
Sulphur, LA

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Sulphur, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Sulphur, LA

Average sunshine days in May - Sulphur, LA
  • Average sunshine days in May: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Sulphur, LA

Average UV index in May - Sulphur, 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
Sulphur, LA

Average cloud cover in May - Sulphur, LA
  • Average cloud cover in May: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in May
Sulphur, LA

Average visibility in May - Sulphur, 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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