May weather forecastAlanganallur, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another torrid month in Alanganallur, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.4°C (83.1°F) and an average high of 37.7°C (99.9°F).

Temperature

May, known for its average high temperature of 37.7°C (99.9°F) and an average low temperature of 28.4°C (83.1°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is estimated at a blazing hot 48°C (118.4°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Regarding the heat index, one should be aware it's determined by shaded settings and mild winds. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Factors such as metabolic variation, pregnancy, and physical activity play a role in one's impression of weather. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The months with the lowest humidity are May through July, with an average relative humidity of 51%.

Rainfall

In Alanganallur, during May, the rain falls for 20 days and regularly aggregates up to 48mm (1.89") of precipitation. In Alanganallur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 585mm (23.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Alanganallur is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Alanganallur, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:35 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during May leads to these instructions:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, and note that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer full sun protection. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit.