May weather forecast
Mangaluru, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Mangaluru, is another tropical month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 25.1°C (77.2°F) and an average high of 33.3°C (91.9°F).

Temperature

The advent of May denotes an average high-temperature of a still hot 33.3°C (91.9°F), subtly different from April's 34°C (93.2°F). In May, Mangaluru experiences a temperature dip to an average of 25.1°C (77.2°F) at night.

Heat index

During May, the heat index is appraised at a burning hot 45°C (113°F). Caution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Sustained activity could lead to heatstroke.
Given the heat index, its values are aligned with shaded sites and gentle winds. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Kids are usually more vulnerable than adults, given their lesser sweating ability. Along with their larger skin surface relative to their small stature and the excess heat due to their activity, their risk is amplified.
For the human body, perspiration is the go-to method to regulate temperature, using sweat's evaporation to dissipate warmth. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

In Mangaluru, the average relative humidity in May is 71%.

Rainfall

In Mangaluru, in May, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 183mm (7.2") of accumulated precipitation. In Mangaluru, during the entire year, the rain falls for 111.9 days and collects up to 3797mm (149.49") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

May is the month with the warmest seawater, with an average sea temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F).
Note: Water temperatures between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) are ideal for all water activities, offering enjoyment without causing discomfort over extended periods.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 43min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of May, in Mangaluru, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:53 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Mangaluru, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 in May translates into these instructions:
Employ every crucial safety step. Those with fair skin could experience burns in a matter of minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure to the Sun during this period. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. After every outdoor workout or swim, liberally apply and frequently reapply a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen. Be vigilant! The Sun's UV rays get a boost from sand and water reflections.

Frequently asked questions

How hot is it in Mangaluru in May?
In Mangaluru, in May, the average high-temperature is 33.3°C (91.9°F), and the average low-temperature is 25.1°C (77.2°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 45°C (113°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Mangaluru?
The average relative humidity in May in Mangaluru, India, is 71%.
How much does it rain in Mangaluru in May?
In Mangaluru, during May, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 183mm (7.2") of precipitation.
What is the month with the warmest sea water in Mangaluru?
May is the month with the warmest seawater in Mangaluru, with an average sea temperature of 29.9°C (85.8°F).
What is the water temperature in May in Mangaluru?
In May, the average sea temperature in Mangaluru is 29.9°C (85.8°F). Water temperature between 25°C (77°F) and 29°C (84.2°F) is regarded as very warm and enjoyable by all. With these temperatures, water activities are pleasurable, without feeling uncomfortable for prolonged periods.
How many hours of daylight does Mangaluru have in May?
In Mangaluru, India, the average day length in May is 12h and 43min.
What time are sunrise and sunset in May in Mangaluru?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:09 am and sunset at 6:45 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mangaluru, India, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:53 pm IST.
How long on average sun shines in May in Mangaluru?
In Mangaluru, India, the average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.
What are the months with the highest UV index in Mangaluru?
The months with the highest UV index in Mangaluru are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 12.
How high is the UV index in May in Mangaluru?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 12. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average humidity
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sea temperature
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average UV index
Average temperature in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average high temperature in May: 33.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (34°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is July (28.2°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.8°C).

Average humidity in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average humidity in May: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is January (62%).

Average rainfall in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average rainfall in May: 183.2mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1200.4mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.2mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average rainfall days in May: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (0 days).

Average sea temperature in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average sea temperature in May: 29.9°C

The best month for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) is May (29.9°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is August (26.9°C).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

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: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 3h and 0min).

Average UV index in May
Mangaluru, India
  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 9).

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