May weather forecastKonnagar, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a sweltering month in Konnagar, India, with an average temperature varying between 28°C (82.4°F) and 38.8°C (101.8°F).

Temperature

May's presence records an average high-temperature of a still torrid 38.8°C (101.8°F), closely mirroring April's climate. During the nights in May, Konnagar experiences a consistent average temperature of 28°C (82.4°F).

Heat index

May's heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 59°C (138.2°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. A person's impression of weather can be affected by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. When directly under the sun, the weather's impact can intensify, possibly boosting the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 61%.

Rainfall

In Konnagar, in May, it is raining for 14 days, with typically 79mm (3.11") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158 rainfall days, and 856mm (33.7") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Konnagar, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 14min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:03 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 6:17 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Konnagar, India, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, 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 risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Without constant care, eyes and skin might suffer damage in a short time. Avoid direct sunlight between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Keep in mind that shade structures may not provide complete protection. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears.