May weather forecastAmtala, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Amtala, is another torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.4°C (83.1°F) and max 38.3°C (100.9°F).

Temperature

Amtala experiences an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 38.3°C (100.9°F) in May, subtly different from April's 38.8°C (101.8°F). Amtala's average low-temperature in the month of May is recorded at a moderately hot 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is appraised at a burning hot 58°C (136.4°F). Warning: These weather conditions are accepted as gravely hazardous, with imminent heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Direct sunlight can potentially raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees, so it's crucial to consider. Heat index values are particularly important for children. 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.
Sweat evaporation plays a crucial role in cooling the human body, a process enabled by perspiration. When the relative humidity is high, the evaporation rate is reduced. The warmth is removed from the body at a lower rate, causing the body to retain more heat than it would in dry air. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In Amtala, India, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Amtala, during May, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. In Amtala, during the entire year, the rain falls for 110.7 days and collects up to 239mm (9.41") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Amtala is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:05 am and sunset at 6:04 pm. On the last day of May, in Amtala, sunrise is at 4:53 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Amtala, India. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following instructions:
Always remain cautious. Unprotected skin and eyes are prone to swift harm. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.