Rapides Parish (Alexandria)
May
Weather in Rapides Parish, Louisiana for May 2026
Your guide to Rapides Parish weather in May - trends and predictions
Until now, May 2026 in Rapides Parish is slightly cooler than the historical average by -1 °F.
The forecast for the upcoming days in Rapides Parish predicts a temperature of 28.9 °F, which is slightly above the historical average.
In general, the average temperature in Rapides Parish at the beginning of May is 25.1 °F. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to significantly warm up, reaching an average of 28.4 °F by the end of May.
The climate of Rapides Parish in May is notably wet, with an average of 15 rainy days, and a total of 363.3 mm of precipitation.
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16
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15
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28°/20°
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17 km/h
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78 %
Avg humidity
Rapides Parish Weather May
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Temperatures trend during May in Rapides Parish
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May weather in Rapides Parish day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
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| May 1 |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 22° /14° | 41.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 2 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /14° | 12 mm | 7 | |
| May 3 |  Overcast | 25° /14° | 0.2 mm | 9 | |
| May 4 |  Sunny | 25° /13° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| May 5 | Sunny | 27° /14° | 0.1 mm | 12 | |
| May 6 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /19° | 37.2 mm | 4 | |
| May 7 |  Patchy rain possible | 25° /18° | 8.4 mm | 4 | |
| May 8 | Overcast | 24° /17° | 15.8 mm | 5 | |
| May 9 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 23° /19° | 16.3 mm | 5 | |
| May 10 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 27° /17° | 10.3 mm | 4 | |
| May 11 | Patchy rain possible | 21° /16° | 2.7 mm | 3 | |
| May 12 | Patchy rain possible | 26° /15° | 0.1 mm | 8 | |
| May 13 |  Cloudy | 30° /16° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| May 14 | Overcast | 31° /18° | 0 mm | 10 | |
| May 15 | Overcast | 30° /19° | 0 mm | 9 | |
| May 16 | Overcast | 30° /20° | 0.4 mm | 8 | |
| May 17 | Overcast | 30° /21° | 0.3 mm | 7 | |
| May 18 | Overcast | 31° /22° | 0.6 mm | 6 | |
| May 19 | Overcast | 31° /22° | 9.7 mm | 5 | |
| May 20 | Patchy rain possible | 30° /22° | 4 mm | 5 | |
| May 21 | Cloudy | 32° /19° | 0 mm | 12 | |
| May 22 |  Partly cloudy | 31° /19° | 2.1 mm | 9 | |
| May 23 | Moderate rain at times | 30° /20° | 3.9 mm | 5 | |
| May 24 | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /21° | 6.4 mm | 5 | |
| May 25 |  Mist | 32° /23° | 0 mm | 11 | |
| May 26 | Patchy rain possible | 30° /21° | 2.8 mm | 9.5 | |
| May 27 |  Moderate rain | 27° /21° | 6.3 mm | 6.7 | |
| May 28 | Patchy rain possible | 25° /21° | 4.4 mm | 6.8 | |
| May 29 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /21° | 1.2 mm | 9.7 | |
| May 30 | Patchy rain possible | 28° /20° | 3.3 mm | 0.2 | |
| May 31 | Patchy rain possible | 29° /18° | 1.3 mm | 5 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Rapides Parish in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Rapides Parish forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
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Rapides Parish in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Rapides Parish during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 28° and lows near 20°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Rapides Parish during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 363.3 mm is expected in Rapides Parish during May, occurring over more than 15 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Rapides Parish during May?
The average wind speed in Rapides Parish during May is 17 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
May rainfall patterns in Rapides Parish
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Typically, Rapides Parish has 15 rainy days in May with a total of 363.3 mm of rainfall.
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