May weather forecastDomka, Bhutan

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Domka, Bhutan, with an average temperature varying between 33.9°C (93°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

The initiation of May records an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.9°C (93°F), displaying a near consistency with the previous month. Domka, during May, witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Take caution: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke may be imminent with ongoing effort.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. 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. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Kids are usually in more danger than grown-ups as they tend to sweat less. Plus, their bigger skin surface in relation to their small frames and increased heat generation due to their activity level make them more susceptible.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, in Domka, the rain falls for 25.2 days. Throughout May, 300mm (11.81") of precipitation is accumulated. In Domka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 1872mm (73.7") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:28. On the last day of May, in Domka, Bhutan, sunrise is at 05:01 and sunset at 18:45 +06.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Domka is May, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

April, May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Domka. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage.