May weather forecastPatharkandi, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Patharkandi, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.5°C (92.3°F) and 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Temperature

With the advent of May, Patharkandi experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.5°C (92.3°F), mirroring a close resemblance to the previous month. In May, the recorded average low-temperature is a pleasant 22.9°C (73.2°F).

Heat index

May's average heat index is computed to be a blazing hot 47°C (116.6°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'real feel', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
Perspiration is essential for the human body; it facilitates cooling through the process of sweat evaporation. Greater relative humidity lessens the rate of evaporation, thus decreasing the body's heat dispersal, which gives rise to a sensation of overheating. Heat disorders may be on the horizon when body temperatures rise from inadequate heat management.

Humidity

In Patharkandi, the average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Patharkandi, in May, it is raining for 22.7 days, with typically 198mm (7.8") of accumulated precipitation. In Patharkandi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.6 days and collects up to 1478mm (58.19") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Patharkandi is 13h and 20min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:45 am and sunset at 5:50 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:31 am and sunset at 6:05 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.7h.

UV index

April, May, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Patharkandi. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 7 during May leads to these instructions:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. During the period from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., UV radiation is highest. Try to avoid direct sunlight during these hours. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes.