Average weather for Louisiana in May

It's warm in May in Louisiana with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 15°C and 21°C.

Start of May

The month of May starts in Louisiana with hot temps, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights around 17°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month.

With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 20°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.

Since it cools down at night, it’s a good idea to wear layers.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Louisiana is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.

In May, there is an average of 114 mm of precipitation, spread over 10 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.

Louisiana in May		New York
Average temperature	29°C	22°C
Max. temperature	32°C	28°C
Min. temperature	27°C	-5°C
Total precipitation	114 mm	105 mm
Rainy days	10 days	14 days

April

June

UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 6 this month. That's a moderate to high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 15-25 minutes.

Is May a good time to visit Louisiana?

Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Louisiana. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.

The hurricane season in Louisiana runs from June to November.

Temperature records

With 35°C in 2018, Louisiana reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 7°C to a highest value of 24°C.

Check out the climate of Louisiana for all months and discover the best travel time

The climate in Louisiana is based on weather data from . Other places, like New York City, Miami or Los Angeles, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Louisiana to get the full picture of the climate.

April

June

Daily Temperature in May in Louisiana

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Louisiana, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in May in Louisiana

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Louisiana, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 10 days of precipitation in Louisiana.

Daily UV index in May in Louisiana

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Louisiana, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.

Temperature in May in Louisiana over the years

This chart shows the average temperature in May in Louisiana, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total precipitation in May in Louisiana over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Louisiana, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

April

June

Daily weather in May for Louisiana

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Louisiana. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average weather in Louisiana by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Louisiana. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.