May weather forecastChicolna, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Chicolna, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.2°C (79.2°F) and max 32.7°C (90.9°F).

Temperature

The commencement of May brings an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.7°C (90.9°F), marking an inconsequential divergence from April. Chicolna usually reports an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) during the month of May.

Heat index

May's average heat index is estimated at a blistering 44°C (111.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The individual's impression of temperature can be shaped by additional aspects such as metabolic variations, physical activity, and clothing. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently do not comprehend the need for rest and hydration. Thirst is an advanced stage of dehydration - staying hydrated, especially during extended physical exercises, is essential.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Chicolna, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Chicolna, India, in May, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Chicolna, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 161.1 days and collects up to 2065mm (81.3") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Chicolna, India, is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 7:01 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Chicolna, India. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Deflect overexposure. Sun protection is a necessity. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.