May weather forecastRachol, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another tropical month in Rachol, India, with an average temperature ranging between max 33.3°C (91.9°F) and min 25.9°C (78.6°F).

Temperature

The arrival of May coincides with an average high-temperature of a still tropical 33.3°C (91.9°F), indicating a minimal shift from April's 33.8°C (92.8°F). Rachol records an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.9°C (78.6°F) throughout May.

Heat index

For May, the heat index is estimated at a blazing hot 46°C (114.8°F). Remain cautious: Heat cramps along with heat exhaustion are foreseeable. Ongoing activity may precipitate heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Facing direct sunlight may hike up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', determines the feeling of heat when you account for the relative humidity. This effect is personal, influenced by the individual's physical activity and heat sensitivity, shaped by factors including wind, attire, and metabolic variations. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely significant 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.
The physiological response of the human body to excess warmth is to perspire, thereby cooling itself through sweat evaporation. When the air contains significant moisture, the efficiency of the evaporation process decreases, preventing the body from cooling down effectively and creating a feeling of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

In Rachol, the average relative humidity in May is 73%.

Rainfall

In Rachol, in May, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 14mm (0.55") of accumulated precipitation. In Rachol, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.4 days and collects up to 1319mm (51.93") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Rachol is 12h and 50min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:10 am and sunset at 6:51 pm. On the last day of May, in Rachol, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:00 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 9.2h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Exercise precautions and adapt sun safety practices. Defence against skin and eye affliction is paramount. 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. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.