May weather forecastNamakkal, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Namakkal, is another torrid month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.2°C (81°F) and 37.8°C (100°F).

Temperature

The warmest months are April and May, with an average high-temperature of 37.8°C (100°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a blazing hot 49°C (120.2°F). Notice: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are likely. Continued strenuous activity might lead to heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', gauges the sensation of temperature factoring in the air's moisture content. The impact of temperature is individual, as people's perception of weather may change based on their body mass, height, and physical activity. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face greater risks than adults as their sweat production is less. Also, their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and the high heat generation due to their activity contributes to their vulnerability.
The human body keeps its cool primarily through perspiration, as this process enables sweat to evaporate, taking away the excess heat. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Namakkal is 52%.

Rainfall

In Namakkal, in May, it is raining for 19.8 days, with typically 75mm (2.95") of accumulated precipitation. In Namakkal, during the entire year, the rain falls for 180.4 days and collects up to 698mm (27.48") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Namakkal, India, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:30 pm. On the last day of May, in Namakkal, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:37 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.7h of sunshine.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 8 during May translates into the following directions:
Precautions are essential; the risk of damage to unprotected skin and eyes is too high. Limit your direct sun exposure, especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest. Shade structures might not provide complete sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.