Nola in May
6.0out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 20 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
20Rainy days (121 mm)
12:10 hDaylight
05:47Sunrise · 17:57 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C
- Very wet: about 20 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.2 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30°C | 20°C | 21 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.2 |
| February | 31°C | 21°C | 37 mm | 7 | – | – | 7.5 |
| March | 31°C | 22°C | 122 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 30°C | 22°C | 149 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.8 |
| May | 29°C | 22°C | 121 mm | 20 | – | – | 6.0 |
| June | 28°C | 21°C | 121 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 27°C | 21°C | 140 mm | 23 | – | – | 6.1 |
| August | 28°C | 21°C | 165 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 20°C | 178 mm | 26 | – | – | 6.1 |
| October | 28°C | 21°C | 197 mm | 27 | – | – | 6.1 |
| November | 29°C | 21°C | 118 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.5 |
| December | 30°C | 20°C | 25 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Nola in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Nola?
The best months are January, December.