Contents
- Weather in May
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in May
- Average pressure in May
- Average wind speed in May
- Average humidity in May
- Average rainfall in May
- Average rainfall days in May
- Average daylight in May
- Average sunshine in May
- Average sunshine days in May
- Average UV index in May
- Average cloud cover in May
- Average visibility in May
May
Weather in May
Temperature
The embrace of May brings a minor uplift in the average high-temperature, shifting from a very hot 38.2°C (100.8°F) in April to a scorching 42.3°C (108.1°F). Despite the hot May days, New Delhi's nights see an average temperature plunge to a moderately hot 29.8°C (85.6°F).Humidity
The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 18%.Rainfall
In May, the rain falls for 4 days. Throughout May, 7mm (0.28") of precipitation is accumulated. In New Delhi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 74.2 days and collects up to 305mm (12.01") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May in New Delhi is 13h and 35min.On the first day of May in New Delhi, sunrise is at 5:39 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 7:14 pm IST.
Sunshine
With an average of 12.1h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.UV index
April through June, with an average maximum UV index of 9, are months with the highest UV index in New Delhi. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: During May, 9 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Emphasize protection. Neglecting it can lead to swift damage to the skin and eyes. The time between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. is when UV radiation is at its peak. Limit exposure to direct sunlight during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Following every swim or outdoor workout, a sunscreen with an SPF of not less than 30 should be liberally applied and re-applied frequently, even on overcast days.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is it in New Delhi in May?
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What month has the most sunshine in New Delhi?
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What are the months with the highest UV index in New Delhi?
What is the UV index intensity in May in New Delhi?
Average temperature in May
New Delhi, India
- Average high temperature in May: 42.3°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is June (42.4°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (20.8°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.8°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is June (32°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).
Average pressure in May
New Delhi, India
- Average pressure in May: 1000.5mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (996.7mbar).
Average wind speed in May
New Delhi, India
- Average wind speed in May: 10.2km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (10.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.7km/h).
Average humidity in May
New Delhi, India
- Average humidity in May: 18%
The month with the highest relative humidity is August (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is May (18%).
Average rainfall in May
New Delhi, India
- Average rainfall in May: 7mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (86mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
New Delhi, India
- Average rainfall days in May: 4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (1.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
New Delhi, India
- Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 12h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 12h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in May
New Delhi, India
- Average sunshine days in May: 24.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (12.3 days).
Average UV index in May
New Delhi, India
- Average UV index in May: 9
The months with the highest UV index are April, May and June (UV index 9).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 4).
Average cloud cover in May
New Delhi, India
- Average cloud cover in May: 7
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is October (Cloud cover 5).
Average visibility in May
New Delhi, 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).
