May weather forecastKarasangal, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Karasangal, is a very hot month, with an average temperature varying between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

May is the warmest month, exhibiting average temperatures of 36.8°C (98.2°F) at the peak and 29.4°C (84.9°F) at the base.

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Keep wary: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a possible outcome of ongoing activity.
Understand that the heat index values take into account shaded locations and mild winds. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. One's perception of temperature is subjective, varying based on their activity and individual heat perception, influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variations. Given direct exposure to sunlight, one might experience a rise in the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
Perspiration, which is the evaporation of sweat, is a primary way the human body manages and dispels excessive warmth. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Karasangal is 62%.

Rainfall

In Karasangal, India, in May, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Karasangal, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of May in Karasangal, India, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Karasangal, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 8 in May leads to these guidelines:
Stay protected; otherwise, skin and eyes can suffer rapid damage. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

May is the warmest month, with the temperature often reaching an average high of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and an average low of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

An average high-temperature, in May, in Karasangal, is 36.8°C (98.2°F) and the average low-temperature is 29.4°C (84.9°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is estimated at 52°C (125.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Karasangal is 62%.

In Karasangal, in May, during 6.7 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

The average day length in May in Karasangal, India, is 12h and 43min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Karasangal, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Karasangal.

The average sunshine duration in May in Karasangal, India, is 11.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Karasangal is 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

34.8°C

36.8°C

35.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.3km/h

18.4km/h

18.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.3

21.6

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Karasangal, India

Average high temperature in May: 36.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).

Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Karasangal, India

Average pressure in May: 1005.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Karasangal, India

Average wind speed in May: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Karasangal, India

Average humidity in May: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Karasangal, India

Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Karasangal, India

Average rainfall days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

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

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Karasangal, India

Average sunshine days in May: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Karasangal, India

Average UV index in May: 8

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

Average cloud cover in May
Karasangal, India

Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Karasangal, India

Average visibility in May: 10km

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