May weather forecastPerundurai, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Perundurai, is also a fiery hot month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.1°C (100.6°F) and an average low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

May is the month when Perundurai, India, experiences its warmest temperatures, averaging a high of 38.1°C (100.6°F) and a low of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is computed to be a burning hot 50°C (122°F). Keep on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a possible danger with ongoing physical activity.
For clarity, heat index numbers account for light winds and areas under shade. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. A person's impression of weather can be swayed by numerous aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and activity levels. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. An increase in relative humidity hinders the body's normal cooling function by reducing evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of body cooling and enhancing the sense of warmth. Accumulating more heat than the body can dissipate leads to an uptick in body temperature, with potential heat stress consequences.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Perundurai, India, is 52%.

Rainfall

In Perundurai, during May, the rain falls for 19.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 73mm (2.87") of precipitation. In Perundurai, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.6 days and collects up to 712mm (28.03") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Perundurai is 12h and 38min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:55 am and sunset at 6:39 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Precautions are essential; the risk of damage to unprotected skin and eyes is too high. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the period of highest UV radiation. Remember, however, that not all shade structures offer full protection. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.