May weather forecastPanamaram, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Panamaram, is another hot month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 24.8°C (76.6°F) and an average high of 31.4°C (88.5°F).

Temperature

With the onset of May, the average high-temperature registers at a still tropical 31.4°C (88.5°F), subtly different from April's 32.9°C (91.2°F). The temperature dips to an average of 24.8°C (76.6°F) during May nights.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be an extremely hot 42°C (107.6°F). Undertake additional safety actions, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is significant. Persistent activity may induce heatstroke.
One should consider that heat index numbers are for shaded settings and light wind. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can shape one's weather perception. It is noteworthy to mention that direct sunlight exposure can augment the felt temperature, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold great significance to children. Youngsters typically face more danger than adults since they sweat less. Their larger skin surface compared to their small bodies and heightened heat production from their activities augment their vulnerability.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Under high air temperature coupled with high humidity (high heat index), the body's perspiration is reduced, intensifying the sensation of heat. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 26.2 days. Throughout May, 137mm (5.39") of precipitation is accumulated. In Panamaram, during the entire year, the rain falls for 244.4 days and collects up to 1839mm (72.4") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Panamaram, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of May in Panamaram, India, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:46 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Panamaram is 8.5h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Panamaram are January through May and October, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In May, a regular UV index of 7 translates into these guidelines:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation.