May weather forecastPuducherry, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is a sweltering month in Puducherry, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27°C (80.6°F) and an average high of 37°C (98.6°F).
An excellent water temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F) and only 2 rainfall days, with 43mm (1.69") of accumulated rainfall, makes May a prime for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

The temperature in Puducherry hits its peak in May and June, recording an average high-temperature of 37°C (98.6°F).

Rainfall

In Puducherry, during May, the rain falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 43mm (1.69") of precipitation. In Puducherry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 47 days and collects up to 1240mm (48.82") of precipitation.

Sea temperature

April and May, with an average sea temperature of 29.8°C (85.6°F), are months with the warmest seawater.
Note: Engaging in water activities, such as swimming or diving, in temperatures from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) is very pleasurable for extended periods, without any discomfort.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 41min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:51 am and sunset at 6:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:45 am and sunset at 6:31 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Puducherry, the average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Puducherry are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 12 during May translates into the following directions:
Take every vital safeguard, as unprotected skin and eyes may suffer burns rapidly. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Directly after outdoor activities or swimming, a broad-spectrum sunscreen with SPF 30+ should be applied generously and reapplied frequently. Note! The Sun's UV radiation gets intensified with the reflection from sand and water.