May weather forecastKelambakkam, India
May
Weather in May
The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is a torrid month in Kelambakkam, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 36.8°C (98.2°F).Temperature
In Kelambakkam, May is the month with the highest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and a low of 29.4°C (84.9°F).Heat index
For May, the heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Beware: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are on the cards. Heatstroke could result from sustained physical activity.Factoring in the heat index, values are geared towards shaded areas with light breezes. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure that combines air temperature and relative humidity into a single value that indicates how hot the weather feels. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. 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 highly important for children. Kids often lack the knowledge about the necessity to take breaks and consume liquids. Thirst, as a late symptom of dehydration, necessitates the maintenance of hydration, particularly during enduring physical activities.
Evaporating sweat, an outcome of perspiration, is key in assisting the human body to moderate its temperature. A higher relative humidity affects normal body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, subsequently lowering the rate at which the body cools and increasing the perception of heat. As the body gains more heat than it can dissipate, there's a risk of increasing temperatures and resultant overheating.
Humidity
In Kelambakkam, India, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.Rainfall
In Kelambakkam, in May, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. In Kelambakkam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.2 days and collects up to 825mm (32.48") of precipitation.Daylight
In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 43min.On the first day of May in Kelambakkam, 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 6:31 pm IST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine in Kelambakkam is May, 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 in Kelambakkam. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 8 during May leads to these instructions:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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
Kelambakkam, 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).
