May weather forecast
Ranaghat, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another very hot month in Ranaghat, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.8°C (101.8°F) and min 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Temperature

May ushers in an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 38.8°C (101.8°F), aligning closely with the preceding month. During the month of May, the temperature in Ranaghat generally drops to a low average of 28.1°C (82.6°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 57°C (134.6°F). Warning: These weather conditions are viewed as very threatening, heatstroke is inevitable.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index could see an increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a calculation that merges air temperature and relative humidity to depict the sensation of warmth. The experience of temperature can be subjective, varying based on the individual's activity and heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. You should know that direct sun exposure can heighten weather effects, potentially elevating the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. When the air holds a significant amount of moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process is decreased, preventing the body from cooling down efficiently, leading to the sensation of overheating. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Ranaghat, the average relative humidity in May is 59%.

Rainfall

In Ranaghat, in May, it is raining for 14.8 days, with typically 74mm (2.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Ranaghat, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.5 days and collects up to 900mm (35.43") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ranaghat, India, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 16min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.3h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Ranaghat.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ranaghat are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during May translates into these guidelines:
Ensure you act responsibly. Without precautions, skin and eyes can suffer. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.