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 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
Westwego's weather shows a minor temperature rise with the arrival of May, moving from a moderately hot 76.6°F (24.8°C) in April to a still warm 82.9°F (28.3°C). The month of May records an average low-temperature of 70.9°F (21.6°C).Heat index
In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a tropical 89.6°F (32°C). With prolonged exposure and constant activity, one might feel exhausted and experience heat cramps.Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is an aggregate value of air's warmth and moisture to show the human-felt temperature. The influence of weather can be personal, changing with an individual's body mass, height, and level of physical exertion. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Humidity
The average relative humidity in May is 74%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout May, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 104.1 rainfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 13h and 40min.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:17 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 7:56 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Westwego, the average sunshine in May is 10.5h.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are May through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Average temperature in May
Westwego, LA
- Average high temperature in May: 82.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (60.4°F).
- Average low temperature in May: 70.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is August (79°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (47.8°F).
Average pressure in May
Westwego, LA
- Average pressure in May: 29.99"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are June, August and September (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in May
Westwego, LA
- Average wind speed in May: 8mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).
Average humidity in May
Westwego, LA
- Average humidity in May: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in May
Westwego, LA
- Average rainfall in May: 0.75"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is March (0.39").
Average rainfall days in May
Westwego, LA
- Average rainfall days in May: 8.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.5 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Westwego, LA
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 18min).
- Average sunshine in May: 10h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Westwego, LA
- Average sunshine days in May: 19.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (24.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (10.3 days).
Average UV index in May
Westwego, LA
- Average UV index in May: 7
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July, August and September (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in May
Westwego, LA
- Average cloud cover in May: 26
The month with the most cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 24).
Average visibility in May
Westwego, 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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