May weather forecast
Irinjalakuda, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a hot month in Irinjalakuda, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Irinjalakuda records a slight change with May's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F) from April's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Throughout May, Irinjalakuda witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is calculated to be an extremely hot 44°C (111.2°F). Stay mindful: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are likely. Heatstroke could follow extended physical effort.
It is crucial to understand that heat index figures are for shade and gentle wind conditions. With direct sunlight, the heat index could increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', combines air temperature and relative humidity to represent a human perceived temperature equivalent. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Direct sun rays have a notable impact on perceived temperature, which can raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Kids are generally in more danger than adults because they perspire less. Their large skin surface area compared to their small bodies and the excessive heat due to their actions raises their risk.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In Irinjalakuda, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Irinjalakuda, India, in May, it is raining for 27.3 days, with typically 178mm (7.01") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Irinjalakuda, there are 252.6 rainfall days, and 2037mm (80.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 6:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Irinjalakuda is 7.8h.

UV index

May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Irinjalakuda, India. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly.