May weather forecastMalavi, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Malavi, is another very hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.3°C (79.3°F) and max 37.7°C (99.9°F).

Temperature

During May, the average high-temperature is a still very hot 37.7°C (99.9°F), maintaining a close resemblance to that of the preceding month. The temperature dips to an average of 26.3°C (79.3°F) during May nights.

Heat index

The heat index in May is calculated to be a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. Elements of metabolic variation, physical activity, and clothing contribute to the effect of temperature on an individual. 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 highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

In Malavi, the average relative humidity in May is 45%.

Rainfall

In Malavi, in May, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 25mm (0.98") of accumulated precipitation. In Malavi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 116 days and collects up to 410mm (16.14") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Malavi, India, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:42 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:54 am and sunset at 6:51 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.7h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 transforms into these recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days.