May weather forecastKanki, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Kanki, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 35.9°C (96.6°F) and 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

May brings a marginal elevation to a still fiery hot 35.9°C (96.6°F) from April's 36.8°C (98.2°F) in Kanki's average high-temperatures. Kanki records an average temperature drop to a moderately hot 25.5°C (77.9°F) in May.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. Heat index values may surge by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the presence of direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', is the outcome of merging air's temperature and its humidity metrics. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. When heat gain surpasses the level the body can shed, body temperature begins to increase, and consequently, overheating and dehydration can occur, with varying severity.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Kanki, India, is 60%.

Rainfall

In May, in Kanki, the rain falls for 20.7 days. Throughout May, 114mm (4.49") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kanki, there are 160.7 rainfall days, and 1273mm (50.12") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:01 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:46 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Kanki are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 7 in May translates into the following recommendations:
Ward off overexposure. Defence against solar harm is crucial. UV radiation from the Sun is most intense between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.