May weather forecastMatigara, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Matigara, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°C (89.2°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

The start of May sees the average high-temperature at a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F), showing little difference from April's 32.2°C (90°F). Matigara's nighttime temperature during May is consistently averaged at an agreeable 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is evaluated at a sweltering 37°C (98.6°F). Implement enhanced safety actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could occur. Sustained activity might result in heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. The impression of weather on a person can be swayed by additional aspects, including metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. Sunshine, when direct, has the potential to intensify weather effects, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. 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. Overheating can ensue when the body accumulates more heat than it can release, and dehydration severity may vary.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

Rainfall

In Matigara, during May, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 159mm (6.26") of precipitation. In Matigara, during the entire year, the rain falls for 188.1 days and collects up to 1740mm (68.5") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 28min.
On the first day of May in Matigara, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:43 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 11.1h of sunshine.

UV index

March through August, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 7 in May leads to these recommendations:
Use protective steps and abide by sun safety guidelines. Safeguarding against skin and eye harm is necessary. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.