May weather forecast
Panihati, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another torrid month in Panihati, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.8°C (101.8°F) and an average low of 28°C (82.4°F).

Temperature

Panihati greets May with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 38.8°C (101.8°F), marking a slight deviation from the preceding month. Panihati's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 28°C (82.4°F) during the nights of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a burning hot 59°C (138.2°F). Warning: These weather conditions are treated as extremely hazardous, and the threat of heatstroke is imminent.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
When faced with excessive heat, the human body begins to perspire, utilizing the cooling benefits of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Panihati is 61%.

Rainfall

In Panihati, India, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. In Panihati, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158 days and collects up to 856mm (33.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Panihati, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of May in Panihati, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Panihati. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following instructions:
Always prioritize safety measures. Rapid harm can befall unprotected skin and eyes. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects.