Donaldsonville Weather in May

Donaldsonville in May sees high temperatures, with highs around 29°C (84°F) and overnight lows of 18°C (64°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 152 mm (6 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.

Rainfall in Donaldsonville in May

Typically, you can expect about 10 days of rain this month, with 152 mm (6 in) on average. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Donaldsonville in May

Donaldsonville in May gets highs of 29°C (84°F) during the day and drops to 18°C (64°F) at night. This kind of day-to-night contrast is typical for this time of year. At 18°C (64°F) overnight, it can feel quite a bit cooler after dark. Worth packing something warmer for evenings, but the cooler temperatures are ideal for sleeping.

Sunshine in Donaldsonville in May

There are approximately 290 hours of sunshine this month, resulting in mostly clear days.

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Donaldsonville Temperature in May

Min Temperature 18°C (64°F)  

Max Temperature 29°C (84°F)  

Chance of Rain 33%  

Precipitation 152 mm (6 in)  

Rainy days 10 days  

Humidity 72% *  

Sunshine 290 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Baton Rouge, the United States of America (41 KM, 26 Miles).

What to Wear in Donaldsonville in May

Warm but pleasant conditions in Donaldsonville in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Donaldsonville in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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