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Houma weather in May (Louisiana, United States of America)

What kind of temperatures can you expect in Houma during May? Here's what you need to know about the weather for the month.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Houma includes high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C.

Precipitation

Houma in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. Climate data suggests that about 10 days will experience rainfall.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 279 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Houma.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm November typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Houma climate page with graphs.

 

Houma, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 33%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 156 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 10 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
SunshineSunshine 279 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (62 KM, 38 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Interested in more climate information?

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