May weather forecastMambakkam, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is a very hot month in Mambakkam, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 29.4°C (84.9°F) and 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

Mambakkam's warmest month, May, generally records average temperatures ranging from a high of 36.8°C (98.2°F) to a low of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 52°C (125.6°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. Exposure to the direct sun might augment heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is the result of factoring in humidity to the air temperature, indicating perceived warmth. Metabolic differences, pregnancy status, and the level of physical activity are additional factors influencing an individual's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children regularly disregard the necessity to rest and replenish fluids. Thirst is a late symptom of dehydration - thus, maintaining hydration, particularly during long-lasting physical activities, is essential.
As a reaction to high temperatures, the human body begins to perspire, using the evaporation of sweat to lower its temperature. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Mambakkam, the average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Mambakkam, in May, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 21mm (0.83") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Mambakkam, India, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of May in Mambakkam, India, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 8 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Act with caution. Neglecting protection can lead to skin and eye damage in moments. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

May is the month when Mambakkam's temperatures reach their peak, with averages of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and lows of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Mambakkam in May has an average high-temperature of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and an average low-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 52°C (125.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May in Mambakkam, India, is 62%.

In May, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout May, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

The average day length in May in Mambakkam is 12h and 44min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:49 am and sunset at 6:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mambakkam, sunrise is at 5:43 am and sunset at 6:33 pm IST.

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

In May, the average sunshine duration in Mambakkam is 11.8h.

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Mambakkam.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Mambakkam, India, is 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

34.8°C

36.8°C

35.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.3km/h

18.4km/h

18.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.3

21.6

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Mambakkam, India

Average high temperature in May: 36.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).

Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Mambakkam, India

Average pressure in May: 1005.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Mambakkam, India

Average wind speed in May: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Mambakkam, India

Average humidity in May: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Mambakkam, India

Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mambakkam, India

Average rainfall days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mambakkam, India

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Mambakkam, India

Average sunshine days in May: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Mambakkam, India

Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Mambakkam, India

Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Mambakkam, India

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).