May weather forecastPenugonda, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Penugonda, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 39.9°C (103.8°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Penugonda's warmest month, May, registers temperatures that range from a high of 39.9°C (103.8°F) to a low of 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a life-threatening hot 61°C (141.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
The metrics for the heat index are tailored for both shady environments and light winds. When exposed to the direct sun, the heat index may augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The impact of weather on an individual can be subjective, affected by the person's activity and heat perception, which can vary due to elements including wind, clothing, and metabolic differences. Consider the sun's direct rays and their impact; they can potentially increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The body's inherent cooling system operates through perspiration, wherein evaporating sweat offsets excessive heat. When there is an excess of moisture in the atmosphere, the efficiency of the evaporation process is lessened, leading to less efficient body cooling and a sensation of overheating. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 59%, May is the least humid month in Penugonda.

Rainfall

In May, in Penugonda, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout May, 30mm (1.18") of precipitation is accumulated. In Penugonda, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.6 days and collects up to 726mm (28.58") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:37 am and sunset at 6:22 pm. On the last day of May, in Penugonda, sunrise is at 5:29 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine are April and May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.

UV index

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 8 during May translates into the following guidance:
Refrain from exposing skin and eyes. Without protection, they can get damaged rapidly. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes.