May weather forecast
Khatra, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a blisteringly hot month in Khatra, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28.3°C (82.9°F) and 40.4°C (104.7°F).

Temperature

May, with an average high of 40.4°C (104.7°F) and a low of 28.3°C (82.9°F), signifies the warmest month of the year.

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a burning hot 55°C (131°F). Warning: These weather conditions are classified as very perilous, with heatstroke on the horizon.
Thinking about the heat index, one should account for its values in shaded areas with gentle breezes. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. One's perception of temperature can vary depending on physical activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Be mindful that being in direct sunlight might mean feeling hotter, with the heat index rising by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to 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.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the 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 Khatra, the average relative humidity in May is 49%.

Rainfall

In May, in Khatra, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout May, 69mm (2.72") of precipitation is accumulated. In Khatra, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143 days and collects up to 953mm (37.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Khatra, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 15min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:09 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of May, in Khatra, sunrise is at 4:56 am and sunset at 6:23 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Khatra are March through June, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 8 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Protection is paramount; otherwise, swift harm can come to the skin and eyes. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays.