May weather forecastPoonamallee, India
May
Weather in May
May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Poonamallee, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 37.2°C (99°F).Temperature
May registers as the month with the highest average temperatures, reaching 37.2°C (99°F) at its peak and 29.5°C (85.1°F) at the lowest.Heat index
May's heat index is appraised at a blazing hot 53°C (127.4°F). Be on the lookout: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are anticipated. Continued exertion can result in heatstroke.Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. The heat index could experience an increase of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', melds the effects of warmth and moisture to generate a feeling of heat. This impact is subjective, influenced by the person's physical activity and individual heat perception, affected by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic differences. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important for children. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.
Humidity
In May, the average relative humidity in Poonamallee is 61%.Rainfall
In Poonamallee, during May, the rain falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 21mm (0.83") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Poonamallee, India, there are 154.8 rainfall days, and 735mm (28.94") of precipitation is accumulated.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 12h and 44min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:48 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:32 pm IST.
Sunshine
The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.8h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the highest UV index are April through July, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Be constantly cautious; skin and eyes can be quickly affected if left unprotected. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average high temperature in May: 37.2°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.2°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27.9°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 29.5°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is May (29.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.3°C).
Average pressure in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average pressure in May: 1005.2mbar
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1013.6mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1004.2mbar).
Average wind speed in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average wind speed in May: 16.8km/h
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (16.8km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (11.3km/h).
Average humidity in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average humidity in May: 61%
The months with the highest relative humidity are November and December (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (58%).
Average rainfall in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average rainfall in May: 21mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is November (185mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (6mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average rainfall days in May: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is September (23.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.4 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average daylight in May: 12h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 24min).
- Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The months with the least sunshine are November and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average sunshine days in May: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is March (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (5.5 days).
Average UV index in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average UV index in May: 8
The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June and July (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 6).
Average cloud cover in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average cloud cover in May: 16
The month with the most cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 13).
Average visibility in May
Poonamallee, India
- Average visibility in May: 10km
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
