May weather forecastGudiyattam, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Gudiyattam, is another very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°C (100.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

Gudiyattam's warmest month, May, registers temperatures that range from a high of 38.3°C (100.9°F) to a low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at a burning hot 48°C (118.4°F). Forewarned: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Ongoing physical activity increases the likelihood of heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. 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. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. Under high air temperature and humidity (high heat index) conditions, perspiration is limited, and the perception of heat is increased. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 48%, May is the least humid month in Gudiyattam.

Rainfall

In Gudiyattam, in May, it is raining for 13.7 days, with typically 33mm (1.3") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gudiyattam, there are 153.7 rainfall days, and 540mm (21.26") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Gudiyattam is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Gudiyattam, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 6:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:47 am and sunset at 6:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gudiyattam are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. Limit direct sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the time of the most intense UV radiation, noting that shade structures may not provide total sun protection. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear.