Average weather for Idalou in May
It's hot in May in Idalou with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 26°C to a high of 34°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 11°C and 18°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Idalou with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 14°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
With the temperature difference between day and night, it’s smart to wear layers.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 30°C, with nights around 16°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 Idalou is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Because temperatures drop in the evening, wearing layers is recommended.
In May, there is an average of 155 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. The wind speed is around 5 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Idalou in May |
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30°C | 22°C | |
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34°C | 28°C | |
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26°C | -5°C | |
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155 mm | 105 mm | |
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8 days | 14 days |
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Idalou?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Idalou. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The hurricane season in Idalou runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2018, Idalou reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 3°C to a highest value of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Idalou
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Idalou, 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 Idalou
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Idalou, 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 8 days of precipitation in Idalou.
Daily UV index in May in Idalou
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Idalou, 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 Idalou over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Idalou, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Idalou over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Idalou, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Idalou
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Idalou. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.































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Average weather in Idalou by month
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