May weather forecastPerinad, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another tropical month in Perinad, India, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°C (88.7°F) and 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Temperature

Perinad's shift into May is marked by a subtle change to a still tropical 31.5°C (88.7°F) from April's 32.8°C (91°F) in temperature. In Perinad, the nighttime temperature in May descends gently to an average of 26.9°C (80.4°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is estimated at a scorching 41°C (105.8°F). Incorporate extra safety measures to avoid heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Continuous activity could provoke heatstroke.
It is important to note that the heat index values are for shaded areas and light wind scenarios. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for 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 normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. Under conditions of high temperature and humidity (enhanced heat index), sweat production is compromised, exacerbating the sensation of warmth. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Perinad, India, is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, the rain falls for 24.8 days. Throughout May, 180mm (7.09") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Perinad, there are 238.2 rainfall days, and 1794mm (70.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Perinad is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of May, in Perinad, sunrise is at 6:03 am and sunset at 6:39 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 7.7h.

UV index

May and June, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less 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. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.