May weather forecastAnna Nagar West, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a fiery hot month in Anna Nagar West, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°C (85.1°F) and max 37.2°C (99°F).

Temperature

The temperatures reach their highest averages in May, with highs of 37.2°C (99°F) and lows of 29.5°C (85.1°F).

Heat index

During May, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
It is essential to grasp that the heat index's numbers are for shade and light wind settings. Exposure to direct sunlight may make the heat index values climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', quantifies the warmth felt when relative humidity is considered. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Keep aware, the sun, when shining directly, can intensify the heat experience, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial 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.
Perspiring is the body's way of cooling down, particularly by allowing sweat to evaporate and take the heat with it. An increase in relative humidity retards evaporation, subsequently reducing the body's heat removal rate and leading to a sensation of being overly warm. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 61%.

Rainfall

In Anna Nagar West, in May, during 6.8 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 735mm (28.94") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Anna Nagar West is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Anna Nagar West, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

Anna Nagar West's May weather, with an average high temperature of 37.2°C (99°F) and an average low temperature of 29.5°C (85.1°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

In Anna Nagar West, in May, the average high-temperature is 37.2°C (99°F), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°C (85.1°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is estimated at 53°C (127.4°F).

In May, the average relative humidity in Anna Nagar West is 61%.

In Anna Nagar West, India, during May, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 44min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Anna Nagar West, India, are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Anna Nagar West is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 37.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 29.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1005.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 16.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average humidity in May: 61%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (185mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 16

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Anna Nagar West, India

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).