May weather forecast
Covington, LA

In May, Covington, Louisiana witnesses a marked temperature increase, signalling the onset of summer. The town is awash in sunlight and boasts extended daylight hours. The weather in May experiences a turn from the somewhat milder spring conditions towards more humid, summer-like conditions. Steady rainfall feeds the flourishing greenery, creating a vibrant landscape. The average high temperature experiences its most considerable jump to 85.5°F (29.7°C) from 78.6°F (25.9°C) in April.

Temperature

Covington observes a slight ascent in average high-temperatures during May, adjusting from a moderately hot 78.6°F (25.9°C) in April to a still warm 85.5°F (29.7°C). Covington experiences a steady low-temperature of 66.7°F (19.3°C) throughout May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a fiery hot 95°F (35°C). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Potential thermal conditions emerge as the body's heat gain outpaces its cooling mechanisms.

Humidity

In Covington, Louisiana, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout May, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Covington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.3 days and collects up to 30.63" (778mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 42min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:15 am and sunset at 7:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:57 pm CDT.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.2h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Act on precautions and pay attention to sun safety recommendations. Avoidance of sunburn is obligatory. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.