May weather forecastBagepalli, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Bagepalli, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature ranging between max 36°C (96.8°F) and min 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

With the start of May, Bagepalli measures an average high-temperature of a still very hot 36°C (96.8°F), not significantly differing from April's 36.5°C (97.7°F). During May, Bagepalli records an average temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F) at night.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Undertake special precautions, the probability of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Prolonged activity may provoke heatstroke.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may result in a rise of the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Direct sun exposure is noteworthy in its ability to escalate the felt temperature, potentially adding 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees to the heat index. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Young ones are generally more prone to risk than adults due to their reduced ability to sweat. Their large skin surface area relative to their diminutive bodies and elevated heat production from their activities further enhance this risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Excessive relative humidity disturbs the body's typical cooling process by reducing evaporation, leading to a decrease in body cooling rate and an increase in the sensation of warmth. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 45%.

Rainfall

In Bagepalli, in May, during 11.2 rainfall days, 31mm (1.22") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bagepalli, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 577mm (22.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Bagepalli, India, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 46min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Bagepalli, sunrise is at 5:50 am and sunset at 6:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Bagepalli is 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.