May weather forecast
Kunigal, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Kunigal, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 24°C (75.2°F) and 34.5°C (94.1°F).

Temperature

The onset of May brings an average high-temperature of a hot 34.5°C (94.1°F), nearly matching the April temperature. During May, the temperature is averaged to a low of 24°C (75.2°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is calculated to be a blistering 40°C (104°F). Ensure additional precautions, heat exhaustion and heat cramps may be expected. Heatstroke could occur from sustained activity.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', reflects the feeling of heat when considering both air temperature and humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular significance for children. Kids frequently fail to realize the necessity for resting and hydrating. Thirst is an advanced indication of dehydration - hence, maintaining hydration, especially during extended physical activities, becomes essential.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Excessive heat gain, when not shed effectively by the body, can result in increasing body temperatures and related hazards.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Kunigal, in May, during 18.3 rainfall days, 62mm (2.44") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kunigal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 815mm (32.09") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Kunigal is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of May, in Kunigal, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 6:44 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the UV index of 7 transforms into the following advice:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide complete protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation.