May weather forecastGingee, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Gingee, is another torrid month, with an average temperature ranging between max 38.5°C (101.3°F) and min 29°C (84.2°F).

Temperature

With average high and low temperatures of 38.5°C (101.3°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) respectively, May is Gingee's warmest month.

Heat index

In May, the heat index is calculated to be a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Be wary: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are highly anticipated. With continued activity, heatstroke is very likely.
Heat index values are typically calculated for conditions of shade and a light breeze. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. In direct sunlight, the heat's impact can be heightened, potentially leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Gingee is 55%.

Rainfall

In Gingee, in May, it is raining for 10.7 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gingee, India, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 684mm (26.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gingee is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Gingee, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:46 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine in Gingee is May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

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 health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.