Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in Baton Rouge with an average temperature of 30°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 22°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Baton Rouge in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Baton Rouge with hot temperatures, averaging around 29°C during the day and nights close to 18°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 31°C, with nights close to 20°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Baton Rouge will be around 31°C, with nights close to 22°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 183 mm of precipitation, spread over 9 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
The average precipitation chance is 29% per day this month. Though it seems pretty low, the weather’s variable. Some days have higher and others lower precipitation chances, which lowers the average.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Baton Rouge. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Baton Rouge in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
30°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
32°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
28°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
183 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
9 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 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 Baton Rouge?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Baton Rouge. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The hurricane season in Baton Rouge runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Baton Rouge in May
With 35°C, Baton Rouge hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2018. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 9°C to a high of 25°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Baton Rouge
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Baton Rouge, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Baton Rouge
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Baton Rouge, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown 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 rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 9 days of rain in Baton Rouge.
Daily UV Index in May in Baton Rouge
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Baton Rouge, 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 Baton Rouge Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Baton Rouge, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Baton Rouge Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Baton Rouge, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Baton Rouge
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Average Weather in Baton Rouge by Month
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