May weather forecastChandigarh, India
May
Weather in May
May, the second last month of spring in Chandigarh, sees the temperatures soaring even higher. Although hotter than April, it does not match the peak heat of June. The rainfall is lower this month, but May sees a slight increase compared to June. Sunshine hours are at maximum, almost reaching 13.7 hours per day. Despite the scorching heat, the wind makes for a pleasant breeze, with an average speed rooting in at 10.6km/h (6.6mph).Temperature
Observing a minor shift, the average high-temperature during May adjusts from April's tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F) to a sweltering 38.6°C (101.5°F). Chandigarh's temperature exhibits a stark contrast from daytime to nighttime, averaging lows of 24.7°C (76.5°F) in May.Humidity
With an average relative humidity of 23%, May is the least humid month in Chandigarh.Rainfall
In Chandigarh, in May, during 6 rainfall days, 14mm (0.55") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Chandigarh, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.5 days and collects up to 662mm (26.06") of precipitation.Snowfall
January through August, October through December are months without snowfall.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in Chandigarh is 13h and 43min.On the first day of May in Chandigarh, India, sunrise is at 5:38 am and sunset at 7:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:20 am and sunset at 7:20 pm IST.
Sunshine
The months with the most sunshine are May and June, with an average of 12.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The UV index of 8 in May translates into these instructions:
Always take precautions; unprotected eyes and skin can be 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. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average high temperature in May: 38.6°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (39.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (18.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 24.7°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (7.4°C).
Average pressure in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average pressure in May: 1005.7mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1018mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1001.5mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average wind speed in May: 10.6km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (10.6km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (6.6km/h).
Average humidity in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average humidity in May: 23%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (23%).
Average rainfall in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average rainfall in May: 14mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (196mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are October and November (7mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average rainfall days in May: 6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (26.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.5 days).
Average snowfall days in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average snowfall days in May: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is September (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, October, November and December (0 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are May and June (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (28.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (3.4 days).
Average UV index in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May and June (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average cloud cover in May: 8
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
Chandigarh, India
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).
