May weather forecastRayanapadu, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a scorching month in Rayanapadu, India, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°C (85.6°F) and 42.1°C (107.8°F).

Temperature

In Rayanapadu, the month of May is known for its highest average temperatures, reaching a high of 42.1°C (107.8°F) and a low of 29.8°C (85.6°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is evaluated at a burning hot 60°C (140°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged as exceedingly dangerous, with heatstroke looming.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Uninterrupted exposure to the sun may boost the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', represents the fusion of temperature and moisture in the air to suggest how warm it feels. An individual's temperature experience can be influenced by extra factors, including metabolic differences, activity levels, and clothing. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to children. Young ones often disregard the necessity to rest and hydrate. Thirst usually indicates advanced dehydration - hence, it is key to stay hydrated, particularly during ongoing physical activities.
The body's innate mechanism to counteract overheating is through perspiration, as it leverages the cooling effects of sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

The least humid month is May, with an average relative humidity of 48%.

Rainfall

In Rayanapadu, during May, the rain falls for 4.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 16mm (0.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 124.3 rainfall days, and 499mm (19.65") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Rayanapadu, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 55min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:42 am and sunset at 6:27 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:34 am and sunset at 6:36 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 12h of sunshine.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 9, May is the month with the highest UV index in Rayanapadu. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 9 in May interprets into the following advice:
Ensure precautions are always in place. The risk to skin and eyes is high without them. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Applying and reapplying a broad-spectrum sunscreen with a minimum SPF 30 after every two hours, outdoor workout, or swim is recommended.