May weather forecastBasugaon, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a hot month in Basugaon, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.9°C (93°F) and 23.1°C (73.6°F).

Temperature

In the transition from April to May, Basugaon reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.9°C (93°F), indicating a close resemblance to the prior month. In the month of May, an average of 23.1°C (73.6°F) marks the low-temperature in Basugaon, India.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is estimated at a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Heat index's context suggests values are appropriate for shady areas and slight breezes. A direct sunlight exposure may boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Youngsters frequently overlook the need for breaks and fluid intake. Thirst is an advanced sign of dehydration - thereby highlighting the importance of keeping hydrated, particularly during long physical activities.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Basugaon, in May, it is raining for 25.2 days, with typically 300mm (11.81") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 1872mm (73.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Basugaon, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:50 am and sunset at 6:00 pm. On the last day of May, in Basugaon, India, sunrise is at 4:35 am and sunset at 6:16 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Basugaon, with an average of 10.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, July through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Avoid overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.