May weather forecast
Madikeri, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Madikeri, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.3°C (70.3°F) and an average high of 31.2°C (88.2°F).

Temperature

The onset of May manifests an average high-temperature of a still hot 31.2°C (88.2°F), demonstrating a minor variation from the preceding month. In Madikeri, the average temperature during the nights of May drops to a pleasant 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is evaluated at a scorching 42°C (107.6°F). Use additional protective measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible outcomes. Continuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's weather perception can be influenced by a range of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical activity. One should be aware that direct sunshine can amplify the perceived temperature, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiring is a crucial mechanism for the human body, allowing it to release excessive warmth through evaporating sweat. In the presence of abundant moisture in the atmosphere, the cooling process through evaporation is hindered, causing the body to feel excessively warm. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Madikeri is 81%.

Rainfall

In Madikeri, in May, during 27.2 rainfall days, 230mm (9.06") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Madikeri, there are 246.5 rainfall days, and 1699mm (66.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 42min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:41 pm. On the last day of May, in Madikeri, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:48 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Madikeri is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 6 turns into the following recommendations:
Implement precautions and maintain sun safety methods. Avoidance of sunburn is demanded. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.