May weather forecast
Port Blair, India

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Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Port Blair, is another hot month, with an average temperature varying between 28.8°C (83.8°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

During April and May, Port Blair registers its highest temperatures, averaging a high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is calculated to be a fiery hot 37°C (98.6°F). Implement heightened safety measures - risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is increased. Prolonged activity may result in heatstroke.
Evaluating the heat index requires understanding its values in the shade and with gentle winds. 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 'apparent temperature', binds temperature metrics with humidity values to give a sense of the actual warmth. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. With the sun shining directly, it's crucial to understand that it can increase the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Children often lack awareness of the importance of taking breaks and rehydrating. The feeling of thirst is a late indication of dehydration, so maintaining hydration, especially during long periods of physical activity, is critical.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. When relative humidity increases, the body's capacity to evaporate heat decreases, leading to a heightened sense of warmth. Temperature imbalances caused by excessive heat retention can trigger heat-related maladies.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 75%.

Rainfall

In May, in Port Blair, the rain falls for 25.7 days. Throughout May, 211mm (8.31") of precipitation is accumulated. In Port Blair, during the entire year, the rain falls for 240.3 days and collects up to 1806mm (71.1") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Port Blair.
Note: It is commonly believed that waters over 30°C (86°F) are not as refreshing for swimming or intense activities.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 40min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 5:39 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Port Blair, the average sunshine in May is 7.8h.

UV index

January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 7 during May translates into the following directions:
Persist with safeguards and heed sun safety doctrines. Keeping sunburn at bay is of prime importance. The Sun's UV radiation is most intense from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Notice! The Sun's UV exposure elevates with sand and water reflections.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the hottest in Port Blair?

The warmest period in Port Blair falls in April and May, when the average high-temperature reaches 30.1°C (86.2°F).

How hot is it in Port Blair in May?

The high-temperature, in May, in Port Blair, records 30.1°C (86.2°F), while the low-temperature is 28.8°C (83.8°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 37°C (98.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Port Blair?

In May, the average relative humidity in Port Blair, India, is 75%.

How many days does it rain in May in Port Blair?

In Port Blair, in May, it is raining for 25.7 days, with typically 211mm (8.31") of accumulated precipitation.

What months are the sea warmest in Port Blair?

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 30.3°C (86.5°F), are months with the warmest seawater.

What is the sea temperature in May in Port Blair?

In May, the average sea temperature in Port Blair, India, is 30.3°C (86.5°F). The water temperature above 30°C (86°F) is arguably regarded as unpleasant. The primary purpose of entering the water - cooling down from sunshine and high temperatures - is lost.

How many hours of daylight does Port Blair have in May?

The average day length in May in Port Blair is 12h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Port Blair?

On the first day of May in Port Blair, India, sunrise is at 4:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:54 am and sunset at 5:39 pm IST.

How many hours of sunshine does Port Blair have in May?

The average sunshine duration in May is 7.8h.

What are the months with the highest UV index in Port Blair?

The months with the highest UV index in Port Blair are January through May, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7.

What is the UV index intensity in May in Port Blair?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 7. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

Average temperature in May
Port Blair, India

Average temperature in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average high temperature in May: 30.1°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are April and May (30.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (27.9°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 28.8°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (28.8°C).
The coldest months (with the lowest average low temperature) are January and February (26.3°C).

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Average pressure in May
Port Blair, India

Average pressure in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average pressure in May: 1007.8mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.8mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1006.9mbar).

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Average wind speed in May
Port Blair, India

Average wind speed in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average wind speed in May: 17.5km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (28.5km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (9.6km/h).

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Average humidity in May
Port Blair, India

Average humidity in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average humidity in May: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (70%).

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Average rainfall in May
Port Blair, India

Average rainfall in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average rainfall in May: 211mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is September (266mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (15mm).

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Average rainfall days in May
Port Blair, India

Average rainfall days in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average rainfall days in May: 25.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (29.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

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Average sea temperature in May
Port Blair, India

Average sea temperature in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average sea temperature in May: 30.3°C

The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are April and May (30.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is January (27.8°C).

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Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Port Blair, India

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 7h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are June and September (Average sunshine: 6h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in May
Port Blair, India

Average sunshine days in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average sunshine days in May: 3.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (0.6 days).

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Average UV index in May
Port Blair, India

Average UV index in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average UV index in May: 7

The months with the highest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are June, July, August and September (UV index 6).

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Average cloud cover in May
Port Blair, India

Average cloud cover in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average cloud cover in May: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 12).

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Average visibility in May
Port Blair, India

Average visibility in May - Port Blair, India
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July, August and September (9km).

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