May weather forecast
Ratnagiri, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Ratnagiri, India, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.3°C (79.3°F) and max 32°C (89.6°F).
The perfect water temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F) with 6mm (0.24") of accumulated rainfall and only 5.5 rainfall days, makes May a great period for swimming and other water activities.

Temperature

Upon the onset of May, Ratnagiri witnesses an average high-temperature of a still tropical 32°C (89.6°F), showing a close resemblance to the prior month. In the month of May, Ratnagiri witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index value for May is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take more preventive steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is elevated. Long activity may culminate in heatstroke.
In terms of the heat index, values are set with light wind and shade conditions in mind. The heat index may experience an enhancement of 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'apparent temperature', combines both the air temperature and the humidity level to give a perceived human temperature. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are primarily vital for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. In the presence of high relative humidity, the evaporation rate diminishes, resulting in the body retaining more warmth compared to dry conditions. Accumulating heat beyond the body's cooling measures leads to rising temperatures and potential ailments.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 74%.

Rainfall

In Ratnagiri, in May, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 6mm (0.24") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.8 rainfall days, and 1260mm (49.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Sea temperature

May and June, with an average sea temperature of 29.7°C (85.5°F), are months with the warmest seawater in Ratnagiri.
Note: Swimming, diving, and other water activities in temperatures ranging from 25°C (77°F) to 29°C (84.2°F) are highly enjoyable and provide prolonged comfort without unease.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 56min.
On the first day of May in Ratnagiri, sunrise is at 6:11 am and sunset at 6:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:02 am and sunset at 7:06 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Ratnagiri is 9.6h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Ratnagiri are January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 7 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Avert overexposure. Light-skinned people might experience burning in less than 20 minutes. The hours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. have the most intense UV radiation. As much as possible, limit direct sun exposure during this period. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take caution! The UV rays from the Sun gain strength from sand and water reflections.