May weather forecastChepauk, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Chepauk, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 34.8°C (94.6°F) and an average low of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Temperature

May proves to be the warmest month, recording an average peak temperature of 34.8°C (94.6°F) and a minimum temperature of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Take note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke can occur with prolonged effort.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Young ones often do not realize the necessity to rest and replenish their fluids. Thirst is a delayed indication of dehydration - keeping hydrated, particularly in prolonged physical activity, is crucial.
To combat high temperatures, the human body perspires and relies on sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Chepauk, India, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In Chepauk, in May, it is raining for 5.9 days, with typically 23mm (0.91") of accumulated precipitation. In Chepauk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 823mm (32.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Chepauk is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Chepauk, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.9h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during May leads to these instructions:
Always be cautious. Skin and eyes can be affected swiftly without protection. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is particularly strong, noting that parasols or canopies may not offer total sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

The temperatures reach their highest averages in May, with highs of 34.8°C (94.6°F) and lows of 29.6°C (85.3°F).

The average high-temperature, in May, in Chepauk, is 34.8°C (94.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 29.6°C (85.3°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 48°C (118.4°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Chepauk, India, is 67%.

In Chepauk, India, in May, during 5.9 rainfall days, 23mm (0.91") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Chepauk, India, is 12h and 44min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Chepauk, India, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

May has the most sunshine of the year in Chepauk, India, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

In Chepauk, India, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

The months with the highest UV index in Chepauk, India, are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

In Chepauk, India, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Average high temperature

32.9°C

34.8°C

34.2°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

19.3km/h

20.2km/h

19.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.5

22.2

11.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Chepauk, India

Average high temperature in May: 34.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (34.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.3°C).

Average low temperature in May: 29.6°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.6°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Chepauk, India

Average pressure in May: 1005.2mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Chepauk, India

Average wind speed in May: 19.2km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (19.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are February and October (12.8km/h).

Average humidity in May
Chepauk, India

Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (63%).

Average rainfall in May
Chepauk, India

Average rainfall in May: 23mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (213mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Chepauk, India

Average rainfall days in May: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Chepauk, India

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Chepauk, India

Average sunshine days in May: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (26.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (6.2 days).

Average UV index in May
Chepauk, India

Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is October (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Chepauk, India

Average cloud cover in May: 15

The months with the most cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Chepauk, India

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).