May weather forecastThomastown, LA
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Thomastown, Louisiana, with an average temperature varying between 64°F (17.8°C) and 82.9°F (28.3°C).Temperature
The shift from April to May introduces a subtle increase in the average high-temperature, moving from a warm 75.2°F (24°C) to a still moderately hot 82.9°F (28.3°C). Thomastown experiences a mean low-temperature of 64°F (17.8°C) during May.Heat index
May's mean heat index is calculated to be a hot 89.6°F (32°C). Uninterrupted exposure and activity might result in fatigue, potentially causing heat cramps.Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Recognize that direct exposure to the sun can escalate the heat effect, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 76%.Rainfall
In Thomastown, during May, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation. In Thomastown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.6 days and collects up to 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
April through October and December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 50min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:16 am and sunset at 7:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 8:06 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Thomastown, the average sunshine in May is 10h.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are July and August (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.1°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 64°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (39.7°F).
Average pressure in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).
Average rainfall in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").
Average rainfall days in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Thomastown, 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: 10h and 0min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in May
Thomastown, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Thomastown, 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
Thomastown, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 32
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Thomastown, 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).
