May weather forecastLa Rosita, TX
May
Weather in May
The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in La Rosita, Texas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 94.6°F (34.8°C) and 73.8°F (23.2°C).Temperature
La Rosita transitions into May recording an average high-temperature of a still tropical 94.6°F (34.8°C), closely aligning with the preceding month's temperature. During May, the nighttime temperature averages to a moderately hot 73.8°F (23.2°C).Heat index
For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a blistering 111.2°F (44°C). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. A surge in relative humidity can disrupt the body's normal cooling function by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 60%.Rainfall
In La Rosita, during May, the rain falls for 8.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 91.6 rainfall days, and 11.73" (298mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
In La Rosita, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 27min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 8:08 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 8:24 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In May, the average sunshine is 9.9h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in May is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full 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
La Rosita, TX
- Average high temperature in May: 94.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (100.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (69.8°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 73.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (80.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (52.7°F).
Average pressure in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average pressure in May: 29.86"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.13"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is May (29.86"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average wind speed in May: 13.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is December (9.1mph).
Average humidity in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average humidity in May: 60%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (63%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (52%).
Average rainfall in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average rainfall in May: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.4 days).
Average snowfall days in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in May: 9h and 54min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average sunshine days in May: 19.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (24.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (13.9 days).
Average UV index in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
La Rosita, TX
- Average cloud cover in May: 30
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 16).
Average visibility in May
La Rosita, TX
- 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).
