Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average snowfall in May
- Average snowfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
Weather in May
Temperature
May's arrival brings a slight change in high-temperatures, adjusting from 78.4°F (25.8°C) in April to a still moderately hot 85.3°F (29.6°C). Essen reports a consistent average low-temperature of 66°F (18.9°C) throughout May nights.Heat index
The heat index value for May is computed to be a very hot 95°F (35°C). Implement more safety precautions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may happen. Persistent activity could induce heatstroke.Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity is 76%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 15.2 days. Throughout May, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.5 rainfall days, and 40" (1016mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
February through November are months without snowfall.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 42min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:20 am and sunset at 7:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 8:01 pm CDT.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in May is 9.9h.UV index
May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following instructions:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely.
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Average temperature in May
Essen, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 85.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (59°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 66°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (74.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (43.2°F).
Average pressure in May
Essen, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.98"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June and August (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Essen, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 5.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Essen, LA
- Average humidity in May: 76%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in May
Essen, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.47").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.93").
Average rainfall days in May
Essen, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 15.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (23.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.9 days).
Average snowfall in May
Essen, LA
- Average snowfall in May: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in May
Essen, LA
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Essen, 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: 9h and 5min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in May
Essen, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 14.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (5.9 days).
Average UV index in May
Essen, 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).
Average cloud cover in May
Essen, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 34
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in May
Essen, LA
- Average visibility in May: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (5mi).
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