May weather forecast
Patna, India

May presents the pinnacle of Patna's summer, reaching a scorching maximum temperature of up to 38.4°C (101.1°F). Despite the harsh, sweltering days, life continues to thrive in this vibrant city. The longer daylight hours, albeit hot, are complemented by an increase in precipitation - a welcoming sight amidst the heat. As June approaches, the weather finally provides some respite in terms of temperature, even as the monsoon introduces heavy showers to this hot and dry landscape.

Temperature

The month of May sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 38.4°C (101.1°F) at the peak and 25.1°C (77.2°F) at the low.

Rainfall

In Patna, India, during May, the rain falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 38mm (1.5") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Patna, there are 55.9 rainfall days, and 1213mm (47.76") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of May in Patna, sunrise is at 5:12 am and sunset at 6:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:58 am and sunset at 6:35 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Patna. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Take all critical precautions, unprotected skin might burn swiftly. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Regardless of the cloudiness of the day, a sunscreen with SPF 30 or more should be applied and reapplied generously, specifically after swimming or outdoor exercise.