May weather forecastKariapatti, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a fiery hot month in Kariapatti, India, with an average temperature varying between 38.1°C (100.6°F) and 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Temperature

In Kariapatti, the average temperatures in May are the highest, with a peak at 38.1°C (100.6°F) and a low of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is computed to be a burning hot 49°C (120.2°F). Keep alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke is a potential danger with continued physical activity.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for babies and toddlers. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The natural cooling mechanism in humans involves perspiration, where the evaporation of sweat balances out excessive warmth. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Kariapatti is 50%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 15.3 days. Throughout May, 48mm (1.89") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.2 rainfall days, and 768mm (30.24") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 34min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Kariapatti. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 8 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Never neglect to protect yourself. Eyes and skin can suffer swift damage. Remember that UV radiation from the Sun is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to limit direct sun exposure during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades.

Frequently asked questions

May is the month when Kariapatti sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 38.1°C (100.6°F) and a low of 28.8°C (83.8°F).

In Kariapatti, 38.1°C (100.6°F) is the average high-temperature and 28.8°C (83.8°F) is the average low-temperature during May. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in May is computed to be 49°C (120.2°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 50%.

In Kariapatti, India, in May, it is raining for 15.3 days, with typically 48mm (1.89") of accumulated precipitation.

In Kariapatti, the average day length in May is 12h and 34min.

On the first day of May in Kariapatti, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:34 pm IST.

The month with the most sunshine in Kariapatti, India, is May, with an average of 10.8h of sunshine.

In Kariapatti, India, the average sunshine duration in May is 10.8h.

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

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

  • Average high temperature in May: 38.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (38.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (30.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.1°C).

Average pressure in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1007.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1012.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1007mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 10.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (14.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (8.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average humidity in May: 50%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (73%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June and July (49%).

Average rainfall in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 48mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (189mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 15.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is October (24 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 10h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is November (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is October (5.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are March, April, May, June, July and August (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is November (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 27

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in May
Kariapatti, India

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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