May weather forecast
Mangaluru, India

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.