May weather forecast
Ponnampet, India

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Ponnampet, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 31.2°C (88.2°F) and min 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature is relatively the same as in April - a still tropical 31.2°C (88.2°F). The average low-temperature, in Ponnampet, is 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is calculated to be a blistering 42°C (107.6°F). Take extra precautions, as heat cramps and heat exhaustion are possible. Sustained activity may result in heatstroke.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. With exposure to direct sunlight, the heat index may be increased by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like', 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature', or 'real feel', is a calculated temperature value of how hot it feels when the moisture in the air is factored in. Additional factors like differences in body mass, height, and shape, pregnancy, metabolic differences, and activity influence one's weather impression. Be aware that direct exposure to sunlight increases heat impact and may raise the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young children are generally more endangered than adults, as they usually less sweat. And also, due to larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production as a result of their activity.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. With a lot of moisture in the air, the evaporation process is not as effective, and the body does not cool down as efficiently, creating a perception of overheating. When heat gain exceeds the level the body can remove, body temperature begins to rise, and heat-related illnesses and disorders may develop.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ponnampet, the rain falls for 27.2 days. Throughout May, 230mm (9.06") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponnampet, there are 246.5 rainfall days, and 1699mm (66.89") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of May in Ponnampet, sunrise is at 6:06 am and sunset at 6:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:47 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ponnampet is 8.2h.

UV index

In Ponnampet, India, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. 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: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transform into the following instructions:
Take precautions and utilize sun safety practices. Protection against skin and eye damage is required. The Sun's UV radiation is most powerful between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. To the extent possible, limit exposure to the direct sun during these hours. 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.