May weather forecastKaikaram, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kaikaram, is a scorching month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 40.8°C (105.4°F).

Temperature

The average temperatures reach their apex in May, averaging 40.8°C (105.4°F) at the high end and 28.3°C (82.9°F) at the low end.

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a blazing hot 62°C (143.6°F). Warning: These weather conditions are regarded as tremendously dangerous, with imminent heatstroke.
When assessing, remember that heat index measurements are for light winds and shaded spots. With exposure to direct sunshine, the heat index could climb by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', takes into account both air temperature and humidity to illustrate what people actually feel. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 of high significance for children. Children frequently underestimate the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - thus, it is vital to stay hydrated, particularly during lengthy physical exercises.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Under high air temperature and high humidity (high heat index) conditions, the body's ability to perspire is compromised, increasing the sensation of heat. The body faces dehydration threats when its cooling efforts are outpaced by excessive heat gain.

Humidity

May is the least humid month, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout May, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 149.4 rainfall days, and 796mm (31.34") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In May, the UV index of 8 transforms into the following advice:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.

Frequently asked questions

The warmest time of the year is May, with temperatures averaging a high of 40.8°C (105.4°F) and a low of 28.3°C (82.9°F).

In May, in Kaikaram, the average high-temperature is 40.8°C (105.4°F), and the average low-temperature is 28.3°C (82.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in May is estimated at 62°C (143.6°F).

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 56%.

In May, the average relative humidity is 56%.

In Kaikaram, in May, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 30mm (1.18") of accumulated precipitation.

In May, the average day length is 12h and 55min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:30 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

In Kaikaram, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.9h.

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 40.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (40.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.3°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are May and June (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1004.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1014.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1002.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is July (12.4km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (7.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average humidity in May: 56%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (56%).

Average rainfall in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 30mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (187mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (4mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.4 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 54min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 6min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 6min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 6h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are August and September (4.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 20

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

Average visibility in May
Kaikaram, India

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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