May weather forecast
Erattupetta, India

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Erattupetta, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 32.4°C (90.3°F) and an average low of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Erattupetta registers an average high-temperature of a still hot 32.4°C (90.3°F) with the arrival of May, showing minor deviation from the preceding month. During May, Erattupetta consistently records a temperature low averaging a warm 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 45°C (113°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index details are generally centered around shaded locations and a mild breeze. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In Erattupetta, the average relative humidity in May is 77%.

Rainfall

In Erattupetta, during May, the rain falls for 19.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 53mm (2.09") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 171.6 rainfall days, and 552mm (21.73") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Erattupetta, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:40 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Erattupetta is 7.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Erattupetta are January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. January through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the lowest UV index in Erattupetta. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Stand by precautions and apply sun safety measures. Evading sunburn is of great importance. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation. Limit direct exposure to the Sun during these hours. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly.