May weather forecastPerumanallur, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Perumanallur, is also a fiery hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 37.1°C (98.8°F) and min 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

Perumanallur experiences a recorded average high-temperature of a still torrid 37.1°C (98.8°F) in May, closely aligned with April's 37.7°C (99.9°F). In Perumanallur, the average nighttime temperature during May is a warm 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Stay vigilant: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke may follow prolonged exertion.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. Being exposed to direct sunshine might trigger a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is an amalgamation of air temperature and humidity to express the equivalent perceived 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. 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 are particularly relevant to children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Normally, the human body cools itself through perspiration, which removes excessive heat by evaporating sweat. When relative humidity is at high levels, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to keep more heat than it would in less humid conditions. When body heat isn't effectively managed, risks of dehydration and overheating amplify.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 57%.

Rainfall

In Perumanallur, in May, during 20.1 rainfall days, 72mm (2.83") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Perumanallur, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.8 days and collects up to 769mm (30.28") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Perumanallur, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:56 am and sunset at 6:40 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Perumanallur.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May in Perumanallur is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 7 in May transforms into this advice:
Adhere to precautions and respect sun safety doctrines. Avoiding sunburn is vital. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes.