May weather forecastNandanam, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Nandanam, is a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.4°C (84.9°F) and max 36.8°C (98.2°F).

Temperature

May is the warmest month of the year, registering average temperatures as high as 36.8°C (98.2°F) and as low as 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 52°C (125.6°F). Precaution: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are possible. Heatstroke is a serious risk with continued exertion.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. A rise of up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees in the heat index could result from direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant for children. Children frequently do not understand the need for recuperation and hydration. Thirst, being a late manifestation of dehydration, underlines the need to hydrate frequently, especially when engaging in prolonged physical exercises.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. When the body's heat gain surpasses its removal capacity, body temperature starts to climb, leading to potential heat-related ailments.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Nandanam is 62%.

Rainfall

In Nandanam, in May, during 6.7 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Nandanam, there are 169.2 rainfall days, and 825mm (32.48") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 44min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of May, in Nandanam, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

UV index

April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Nandanam. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 8 translates into these guidelines:
Always be careful, as unprotected skin and eyes might burn in no time. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Updated: Jan 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

May is the month when Nandanam sees the average highest temperatures, with a high of 36.8°C (98.2°F) and a low of 29.4°C (84.9°F).

The high-temperature, in May, in Nandanam, is 36.8°C (98.2°F), while the low-temperature averages to 29.4°C (84.9°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 52°C (125.6°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 62%.

In Nandanam, in May, during 6.7 rainfall days, 21mm (0.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length in Nandanam is 12h and 44min.

On the first day of May in Nandanam, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:41 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

May has the most sunshine of the year in Nandanam, India, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

In Nandanam, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.8h.

The months with the highest UV index in Nandanam, India, are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

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May

Jun

Average high temperature

34.8°C

36.8°C

35.7°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

17.3km/h

18.4km/h

18.1km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.3

21.6

8.8

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Nandanam, India

Average high temperature in May: 36.8°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (36.8°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).

Average low temperature in May: 29.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.4°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Nandanam, India

Average pressure in May: 1005.3mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Nandanam, India

Average wind speed in May: 17.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (17.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.6km/h).

Average humidity in May
Nandanam, India

Average humidity in May: 62%

The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).

Average rainfall in May
Nandanam, India

Average rainfall in May: 21mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (191mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Nandanam, India

Average rainfall days in May: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (25 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Nandanam, India

Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Nandanam, India

Average sunshine days in May: 21.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (3.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Nandanam, India

Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Nandanam, India

Average cloud cover in May: 17

The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 42).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).

Average visibility in May
Nandanam, India

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).