May weather forecastAranmula, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Aranmula, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.5°C (76.1°F) and an average high of 31.3°C (88.3°F).

Temperature

Aranmula experiences a transition to a still hot 31.3°C (88.3°F) in average high-temperatures with the arrival of May, not greatly differing from April's 33.3°C (91.9°F). During May, the average low-temperature in Aranmula is a warm 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is appraised at an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
In reference to the heat index, it's for places in shade and with a slight wind. Exposure to unobstructed sunshine could lead to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is found by incorporating humidity levels into the air temperature measurement. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. The sun, when shining directly, can have a significant impact on the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
The process of perspiration is vital for the human body to get rid of excess warmth by allowing sweat to evaporate. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception of heat. Exceeding the body's heat disposal threshold results in a rise in body temperature and potential thermal disorders.

Humidity

In Aranmula, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Aranmula, in May, it is raining for 28.4 days, with typically 163mm (6.42") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 262.8 rainfall days, and 1549mm (60.98") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 33min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:39 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Aranmula, India, is 7.8h.

UV index

May through December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Aranmula. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May leads to these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure.