May weather forecastGunji, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Gunji, is another torrid month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°C (96.4°F) and 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature stands at a still torrid 35.8°C (96.4°F), closely aligned with April's 37.8°C (100°F). May nights show a substantial disparity from the daytime peak with an average low-temperature of 22.3°C (72.1°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 53°C (127.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The body's self-cooling mechanism is rooted in perspiration, where evaporating sweat cools down excessive warmth. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Gunji is 69%.

Rainfall

In Gunji, in May, during 12 rainfall days, 36mm (1.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Gunji, there are 172.5 rainfall days, and 774mm (30.47") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Gunji, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 51min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:08 am and sunset at 6:50 pm. On the last day of May, in Gunji, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:59 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Gunji, the average sunshine in May is 9.4h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Gunji, India, are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. Seek shade and limit direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but be aware that not all shade structures provide complete sun protection. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized.