May weather forecastItanagar, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another warm month in Itanagar, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 19.4°C (66.9°F) and an average high of 28.2°C (82.8°F).

Temperature

With May's arrival, Itanagar, India, notes an average high-temperature of a still moderately hot 28.2°C (82.8°F), closely following the trend of the preceding month. In May, the average low-temperature in Itanagar, India, records at a refreshing 19.4°C (66.9°F) during the nights.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a hot 32°C (89.6°F). Persistently participating in activities during exposure may lead to fatigue and induce heat cramps.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. An individual's perception of weather can be swayed by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and their level of physical exertion. Keep in mind that direct sunshine exposure can amplify the weather's effects, possibly increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. 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.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Itanagar, in May, during 30 rainfall days, 256mm (10.08") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 264.5 rainfall days, and 2237mm (88.07") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Itanagar, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 29min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of May, in Itanagar, sunrise is at 4:21 am and sunset at 6:05 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Itanagar, India, the average sunshine in May is 8.7h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Itanagar is 5. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 5 turns into the following recommendations:
Take necessary precautions - Suggestions to elude sunburn are provided. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck.

Frequently asked questions

Itanagar in May has an average high-temperature of 28.2°C (82.8°F) and an average low-temperature of 19.4°C (66.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is computed to be 32°C (89.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Itanagar, India, is 79%.

In Itanagar, during May, the rain falls for 30 days and regularly aggregates up to 256mm (10.08") of precipitation.

In Itanagar, India, the average day length in May is 13h and 29min.

On the first day of May in Itanagar, India, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 5:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:21 am and sunset at 6:05 pm IST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Itanagar, India, is 8.7h.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Itanagar is 5. A UV Index estimate of 3 to 5 represents a moderate health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 28.2°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (29°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (19.8°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (22.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1007.7mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1016.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1003.6mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 4.6km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (5.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.1km/h).

Average humidity in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average humidity in May: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (64%).

Average rainfall in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 256mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (535mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (19mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 30 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 42min

The month with the most sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 9h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (14.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (0.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average UV index in May: 5

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Itanagar, India

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are February and March (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is July (7km).