May weather forecastBehala, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a sweltering month in Behala, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 38.3°C (100.9°F) and 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature stands at a still very hot 38.3°C (100.9°F), closely aligned with April's 38.8°C (101.8°F). The nighttime temperature, during May, averages of 28.4°C (83.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a blazing hot 58°C (136.4°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
Heat index evaluations are typically in the context of light winds and shaded environments. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The effect is experienced differently by individuals, hinging on unique characteristics such as body mass, stature, and level of activity. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat is a key way the human body dispels excessive warmth, all thanks to the process of perspiration. 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. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Behala, India, in May, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Behala, there are 110.7 rainfall days, and 239mm (9.41") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Behala is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of May in Behala, sunrise is at 5:04 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Behala are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 8 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Always stay safe. Unprotected skin and eyes can get damaged rapidly. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.