May weather forecastEtikoppaka, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another very hot month in Etikoppaka, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.7°C (81.9°F) and max 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

Etikoppaka's May weather, marked by an average high temperature of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and an average low temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F), is the warmest in the year.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are evaluated as gravely dangerous, heatstroke is approaching.
Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. Bear in mind that direct sunshine exposure increases weather impact, and may raise heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
Through perspiration, the body has a natural mechanism to eliminate excessive heat via sweat evaporation. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In Etikoppaka, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7.2 days. Throughout May, 44mm (1.73") of precipitation is accumulated. In Etikoppaka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.3 days and collects up to 566mm (22.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 57min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Etikoppaka, India, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:29 pm IST.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 8 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Always use protective measures; unprotected skin might suffer damage in a short span. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.

Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

May, known for its average high temperature of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and an average low temperature of 27.7°C (81.9°F), is the warmest month.

The high-temperature during May is 36.8°C (98.2°F) and the low-temperature is 27.7°C (81.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is computed to be 55°C (131°F).

In Etikoppaka, the average relative humidity in May is 66%.

In Etikoppaka, in May, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 44mm (1.73") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 57min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:32 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:29 pm IST.

April and May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

The average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

The months with the highest UV index are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

35.4°C

36.8°C

35°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

13km/h

12.8km/h

13.4km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

22.8

21.8

13.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average high temperature in May: 36.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 27.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average pressure in May: 1004.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1002.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (14.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is February (8.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average humidity in May: 66%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average rainfall in May: 44mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (116mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average rainfall days in May: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average sunshine days in May: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (7.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Etikoppaka, India

Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Etikoppaka, 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).