May weather forecastMayang Imphal, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Mayang Imphal, is another warm month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 17.2°C (63°F) and 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Temperature

During April and May, Mayang Imphal experiences its warmest period, with an average high-temperature of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is calculated to be a very hot 35°C (95°F). Adopt heightened safety measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion may occur. Sustained activity might cause heatstroke.
One should be cognizant that the heat index values are tailored for shaded spots and mild winds. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. One's perception of weather can be shaped by other factors, involving metabolic differences, pregnancy, and physical exertion. It is essential to realize that direct sunlight can escalate the perceived temperature, increasing the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Young children are more at risk than adults since they tend to sweat less. Moreover, their large skin surface in proportion to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their activities contribute to their vulnerability.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. When heat surpasses the body's release mechanisms, dehydration and overheating risks become pronounced.

Humidity

In Mayang Imphal, India, the average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Mayang Imphal, India, the rain falls for 24.3 days. Throughout May, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Mayang Imphal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195 days and collects up to 1147mm (45.16") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Mayang Imphal, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:39 am and sunset at 5:44 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:25 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Mayang Imphal, India, is 8.8h.

UV index

May, June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Refrain from overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals could burn in under 20 minutes. Stay in the shade and avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is at its strongest, and remember that parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.