May weather forecast
Watson, LA

The last month of the spring, May, is also a moderately hot month in Watson, Louisiana, with an average temperature ranging between min 65.5°F (18.6°C) and max 85.5°F (29.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of May, Watson observes a minor temperature ascent, with the average high-temperature adjusting from April's moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) to a still warm 85.5°F (29.7°C). In Watson, the average low-temperature during the month of May is a refreshing 65.5°F (18.6°C).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a fiery hot 96.8°F (36°C). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
One way the human body deals with excessive warmth is by perspiring and allowing sweat to evaporate. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Heat absorption that surpasses the body's shedding capability can lead to overheating and varying levels of dehydration.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Watson, Louisiana, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Watson, Louisiana, in May, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Watson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.2 days and collects up to 7.05" (179mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Watson is 13h and 43min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:19 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Watson are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Persist with precautions and heed sun safety advice. Prevention of sunburn is compulsory. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays.