May weather forecastDevakottai, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Devakottai, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 28.9°C (84°F) and max 37.1°C (98.8°F).

Temperature

The warmest period tends to be May, when average temperatures fluctuate between a high of 37.1°C (98.8°F) and a low of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In high temperatures, perspiration kicks in, allowing the human body to cool down through the evaporation of sweat. With higher relative humidity, the rate of evaporation is reduced, resulting in increased heat retention in the body compared to drier air. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.

Humidity

In Devakottai, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

Rainfall

In May, in Devakottai, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout May, 37mm (1.46") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170 rainfall days, and 570mm (22.44") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Devakottai, India, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of May, in Devakottai, India, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.6h of sunshine.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Immediate precautions are necessary; otherwise, skin and eyes might get damaged quickly. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.

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

May, with its average high-temperature of 37.1°C (98.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 28.9°C (84°F), holds the record as the warmest month.

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Devakottai, India, during May are 37.1°C (98.8°F) and 28.9°C (84°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 49°C (120.2°F).

In Devakottai, India, the average relative humidity in May is 56%.

In Devakottai, India, during May, the rain falls for 13.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 37mm (1.46") of precipitation.

In Devakottai, India, the average day length in May is 12h and 35min.

On the first day of May in Devakottai, India, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

With an average of 11.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Devakottai, India.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Devakottai is 11.6h.

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.

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

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Average high temperature

36.2°C

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36.3°C

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16.4km/h

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Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

13.4

15.3

Average UV index

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Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Devakottai, India

Average high temperature in May: 37.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (29.5°C).

Average low temperature in May: 28.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Devakottai, India

Average pressure in May: 1006.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.1mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Devakottai, India

Average wind speed in May: 15km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and December (17.2km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.4km/h).

Average humidity in May
Devakottai, India

Average humidity in May: 56%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (52%).

Average rainfall in May
Devakottai, India

Average rainfall in May: 37mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (136mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (9mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Devakottai, India

Average rainfall days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (23 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (6.4 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Devakottai, India

Average sunshine days in May: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (6.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Devakottai, India

Average UV index in May: 8

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

Average cloud cover in May
Devakottai, India

Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 42).
The month with the least cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in May
Devakottai, 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).