May weather forecast
Achankovil, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Achankovil, India, with an average temperature varying between 34.4°C (93.9°F) and 25.3°C (77.5°F).

Temperature

May reports an average high-temperature of a tropical 34.4°C (93.9°F), slightly varied from April's 35.6°C (96.1°F). Achankovil records a consistent low-temperature of 25.3°C (77.5°F) during May nights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). On guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Heatstroke is a potential hazard with continuous physical effort.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Consider the fact that direct sun exposure can influence how hot one feels, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Children often miss understanding the importance of rest and rehydration. Thirst usually appears late during dehydration - therefore, maintaining hydration, particularly during long physical activities, is essential.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In circumstances of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is restricted, heightening the feeling of warmth. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Achankovil, during May, the rain falls for 22.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 74mm (2.91") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Achankovil, there are 204.4 rainfall days, and 746mm (29.37") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Achankovil, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are January through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 7 during May translates into the following guidance:
Use measures and accept sun safety conventions. Guarding against skin and eye trauma is of high priority. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.