May weather forecastKanadukathan, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kanadukathan, is another very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°C (84°F) and 37.5°C (99.5°F).

Temperature

In Kanadukathan, India, May is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 37.5°C (99.5°F) and a low of 28.9°C (84°F).

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is calculated to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
Heat index guidelines indicate values are for light wind scenarios and shaded regions. Direct sunshine exposure could raise heat index values by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', shows a temperature sensation when both heat and moisture conditions are combined. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Children frequently underestimate the importance of resting and drinking fluids. Thirst is a symptom of advanced dehydration - hence the need to hydrate regularly, especially during protracted physical exercises.
Sweat evaporation, driven by perspiration, is the method the human body uses to rid itself of excessive warmth. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

In Kanadukathan, during May, the rain falls for 15.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 42mm (1.65") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 175.5 rainfall days, and 646mm (25.43") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Kanadukathan is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May in Kanadukathan, sunrise is at 5:57 am and sunset at 6:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.6h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Kanadukathan.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 8 transforms into the following instructions:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.