May weather forecastKamalpur, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a hot month in Kamalpur, India, with an average temperature varying between 24.5°C (76.1°F) and 33.3°C (91.9°F).

Temperature

Kamalpur's May reports an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), exhibiting a minor difference from April. During May, Kamalpur experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are anticipated. Prolonged effort can result in heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight might cause an increase of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance 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 body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. With an abundance of moisture present in the air, the process of evaporation becomes less effective, and the body fails to cool down as it should, leading to the sensation of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In Kamalpur, the average relative humidity in May is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 26.8 days. Throughout May, 289mm (11.38") of precipitation is accumulated. In Kamalpur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 208.1 days and collects up to 1850mm (72.83") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 19min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 4:47 am and sunset at 5:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:34 am and sunset at 6:06 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.7h.

UV index

In Kamalpur, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Inhibit overexposure. Warding off sun damage is of utmost importance. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.