May weather forecastAraku, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Araku, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.3°C (100.9°F) and min 25.6°C (78.1°F).

Temperature

May, known for its average high temperature of 38.3°C (100.9°F) and an average low temperature of 25.6°C (78.1°F), is the warmest month.

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a blazing hot 51°C (123.8°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived temperature. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. With direct sunlight, be aware that it might enhance the heat sensation, raising the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are essentially critical for children. Typically, children face more danger than adults as they usually perspire less. Their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and increased heat output from their activities enhance their risk.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. High relative humidity reduces the evaporation rate, resulting in a lower heat removal rate from the body, causing the perception of being overheated. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Araku, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Araku, in May, during 13.1 rainfall days, 52mm (2.05") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 175.4 rainfall days, and 950mm (37.4") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 0min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:31 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 6:30 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following recommendations:
It is crucial to take precautions; skin and eyes can get damaged if left unprotected. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays.