May weather forecastJagalur, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Jagalur, is also a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 35.7°C (96.3°F) and an average low of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Temperature

May's beginning signals an average high-temperature of a still fiery hot 35.7°C (96.3°F), barely different from April's 36.5°C (97.7°F). Throughout the May nights, Jagalur encounters a low-temperature of 24.4°C (75.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
The standards for the heat index are set for locations in shade and under light breezes. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, with a diverse population experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and degree of activity. 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 are extremely significant 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.
Perspiration, followed by sweat evaporation, is the human body's chief method to maintain a balanced temperature. Heightened relative humidity interferes with the body's usual cooling mechanism by reducing evaporation, subsequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and increasing the sensation of heat. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Jagalur, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.

Rainfall

In Jagalur, in May, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 43mm (1.69") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Jagalur, there are 124.9 rainfall days, and 476mm (18.74") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 48min.
On the first day of May in Jagalur, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 6:50 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Jagalur is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 during May translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.