May weather forecast
Hirakud, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Hirakud, is also a blisteringly hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.2°C (81°F) and 43.1°C (109.6°F).

Temperature

In Hirakud, the peak average temperatures are observed in May, with a high of 43.1°C (109.6°F) and a low of 27.2°C (81°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hirakud is 34%.

Rainfall

In Hirakud, India, during May, the rain falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 5mm (0.2") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124 rainfall days, and 959mm (37.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of May, in Hirakud, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

April and May, with an average of 12h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 9 transforms into the following instructions:
It is crucial to take precautions; skin and eyes can get damaged if left unprotected. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Even on a cloudy day, sunscreen with a minimum SPF of 30 should be used liberally and reapplied often, especially after a swim or outdoor activity.

Frequently asked questions

What is the hottest time of year in Hirakud?
May registers as the month with the average highest temperatures in Hirakud, India, reaching 43.1°C (109.6°F) at its peak and 27.2°C (81°F) at the lowest.
How hot is it in Hirakud in May?
The average high-temperature, in May, in Hirakud, is 43.1°C (109.6°F), while the average low-temperature is 27.2°C (81°F). In February, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 32°C (89.6°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Hirakud?
In Hirakud, the average relative humidity in May is 34%.
How much does it rain in Hirakud in May?
In Hirakud, in May, it is raining for 3.1 days, with typically 5mm (0.2") of accumulated precipitation.
What is the average length of the day in May in Hirakud?
In May, the average day length in Hirakud, India, is 13h and 10min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Hirakud?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:22 am and sunset at 6:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hirakud, sunrise is at 5:11 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.
What is the month with the most sunshine in Hirakud?
The months with the most sunshine in Hirakud, India, are April and May, with an average of 12h of sunshine.
How many hours of sunshine does Hirakud have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May in Hirakud is 12h.
When is the highest UV index in Hirakud?
The month with the highest UV index is May, with an average maximum UV index of 9.
What is the UV index reading in May in Hirakud?
In Hirakud, India, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 9. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May - Hirakud, India
Average temperature in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average high temperature in May: 43.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (43.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.1°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.2°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (14.2°C).

Average pressure in May - Hirakud, India
Average pressure in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average pressure in May: 1002.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.4mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1000mbar).

Average wind speed in May - Hirakud, India
Average wind speed in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average wind speed in May: 8.8km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are June and July (10.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is November (5.5km/h).

Average humidity in May - Hirakud, India
Average humidity in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average humidity in May: 34%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is April (29%).

Average rainfall in May - Hirakud, India
Average rainfall in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average rainfall in May: 5mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (302mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May - Hirakud, India
Average rainfall days in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average rainfall days in May: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.1 days).

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Hirakud, India
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 1min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 12h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 12h and 0min).
The months with the least sunshine are July and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in May - Hirakud, India
Average sunshine days in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average sunshine days in May: 25.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (28.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.3 days).

Average UV index in May - Hirakud, India
Average UV index in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average UV index in May: 9

The month with the highest UV index is May (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May - Hirakud, India
Average cloud cover in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average cloud cover in May: 9

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 8).

Average visibility in May - Hirakud, India
Average visibility in May
Hirakud, India
  • Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (9km).

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