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Laplace Weather in May

During May, Laplace experiences high daytime temperatures of 29°C (84°F) and cooler nights around 20°C (68°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall. Around 140 mm (5.5 in) is typical.

Rainfall in Laplace in May

Typically around 11 days of rainfall are expected, averaging 140 mm (5.5 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.

Temperature in Laplace in May

May in Laplace brings typical temperatures with highs around 29°C (84°F) and lows of 20°C (68°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. Nights drop to around 20°C (68°F), which is noticeably cooler than the daytime. A light jacket for the evening is a sensible addition, and the cool nights tend to make sleeping comfortable.

Sunshine in Laplace in May

The month enjoys around 279 hours of sunshine, creating mostly sunny days with good weather conditions.

Wind Speed in Laplace in May

Wind speeds average 4 m/s (8 knots) during May. At this speed, expect moderate winds that can raise dust and move small branches. Since this is an average, some days have gentle light winds while others experience stronger breezes that are quite noticeable.

Average water temperature in May

With water at 26°C (79°F), you can expect warm, pleasant conditions for any water activity. There's no adjustment period — it feels comfortable straight away.

For Laplace itself, November generally stands out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Laplace Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C (68°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 26°C (79°F) *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 35%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 140 mm (5.5 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 11 days  
HumidityHumidity 74% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 4 m/s (8 knots) *  
SunshineSunshine 279 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 66% *  
* Data from: New Orleans, the United States of America (23 KM, 14 Miles).

Best Places in the United States of America in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Laplace in May

Warm temperatures in May make for comfortable sightseeing weather. Pack breathable fabrics like cotton shirts, knee-length shorts or skirts, and comfortable walking shoes. A thin long sleeve for indoor spaces is handy. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes. With water temperatures around 26°C (79°F), swimming conditions are excellent. Pack your swimsuit, goggles, and maybe some water shoes. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Laplace in May

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

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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