May weather forecastMurlen, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Murlen, is another tropical month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 19.9°C (67.8°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May denotes a barely perceptible change in the average high-temperatures to a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F) from April's 32.6°C (90.7°F). Murlen's daily high temperature significantly diverges from the consistently recorded temperature low averaging a refreshing 19.9°C (67.8°F) in May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 44°C (111.2°F). Keep guard: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued activity increases the risk of heatstroke.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Direct exposure to sunlight could raise the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is derived by integrating air temperature with the existing relative humidity to express the perceived warmth. Factors including metabolic differences, physical activity, and clothing are additional elements that influence the individual's temperature experience. 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 largely significant for babies and toddlers. Children are often less aware of the need to rest and re-hydrate. Thirst is a late sign of dehydration - it's vital to remain hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. Elevated relative humidity disrupts typical body cooling by reducing the evaporation rate, consequently decreasing the body's cooling rate and enhancing the feeling of heat. Overheating risks increase with rising body temperatures, especially if heat release isn't efficient.

Humidity

In Murlen, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Murlen, the rain falls for 25.9 days. Throughout May, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is accumulated. In Murlen, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 210.2 days and collects up to 1646mm (64.8") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 17min.
On the first day of May in Murlen, sunrise is at 4:42 am and sunset at 5:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:29 am and sunset at 5:59 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. To the best of your ability, limit your exposure to the sun between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage.