May weather forecast
Omalur, India

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Omalur, is another very hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.2°C (79.2°F) and an average high of 37°C (98.6°F).

Temperature

Omalur, India, notes an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 37°C (98.6°F) in May, hardly diverging from April. Throughout the nights in May, an average low-temperature of 26.2°C (79.2°F) is noted in Omalur.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 48°C (118.4°F). Note: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke can follow with prolonged activity.
Understanding the heat index involves considering values for shaded locales with light wind. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. Elements such as metabolic variations, being pregnant, and physical activity can impact one's weather perception. Direct sun rays can make one feel hotter, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Youths are typically more endangered than adults since they usually sweat less. Their larger skin surface concerning their smaller bodies and higher heat production due to activity further adds to their vulnerability.
The human body has a built-in cooling mechanism through perspiration; evaporating sweat dissipates the excess heat. An upsurge in relative humidity affects normal body cooling mechanisms by slowing evaporation, hence reducing the rate at which the body cools and intensifying the perception 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 is 54%.

Rainfall

In Omalur, in May, it is raining for 21.2 days, with typically 93mm (3.66") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 177.5 rainfall days, and 801mm (31.54") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Omalur, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:52 am and sunset at 6:38 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year in Omalur, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Take special precautions, as unprotected eyes and skin can be burned and damaged quickly. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.