May weather forecastSahibganj, India

May

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another very hot month in Sahibganj, India, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°C (81.5°F) and 38.4°C (101.1°F).

Temperature

In May, the average high-temperature registers at a still fiery hot 38.4°C (101.1°F), nearly identical to April's 38.5°C (101.3°F). During May, Sahibganj records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is estimated at a burning hot 51°C (123.8°F). Be alert: Heat exhaustion along with heat cramps are probable. Heatstroke is a threat with sustained physical activity.
Take into consideration that the heat index values are calculated for shade and light wind conditions. Exposure to the sun directly might heighten the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', stands as a testimony to how temperature and humidity combine to impact our sense of warmth. The impact of weather is personal, differing among a variety of people based on differences in body mass, height, and the level of physical exertion. Taking into account that direct sunlight can boost the heat effect, the heat index may rise by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Young children typically face greater hazards than adults because they do not sweat as much. Their larger skin surface in comparison to their little bodies and the high heat production from their active nature compounds their vulnerability.
The innate cooling system of the human body revolves around perspiration, with the evaporation of sweat being central to this process. Relative humidity in excess curtails evaporation, therefore reducing heat dissipation from the body, leading to feelings of excess heat. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Sahibganj, in May, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 66mm (2.6") of accumulated precipitation. In Sahibganj, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.5 days and collects up to 951mm (37.44") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of May, in Sahibganj, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.4h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Sahibganj.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Sahibganj are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index value of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 8 in May translates into the following instructions:
Take extra precautions. Fair-skinned individuals may get burned in less than 10 minutes. 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. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.

Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during May are 38.4°C (101.1°F) and 27.5°C (81.5°F) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in May is estimated at 51°C (123.8°F).

In Sahibganj, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

In Sahibganj, during May, the rain falls for 14.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation.

In May, the average day length in Sahibganj is 13h and 22min.

On the first day of May in Sahibganj, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:49 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

The month with the most sunshine in Sahibganj, India, is May, with an average of 11.4h of sunshine.

In Sahibganj, the average sunshine duration in May is 11.4h.

April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index in Sahibganj, India.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sahibganj, India, is 8. A UV Index reading of 8 to 10 represents a very high health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 38.4°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (38.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (24.7°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.7°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.6°C).

Average pressure in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1002.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.5mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (999mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 11.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is May (11.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is October (6.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average humidity in May: 52%

The month with the highest relative humidity is August (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (32%).

Average rainfall in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 66mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (264mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (27.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (0.9 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 24min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 7h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (29.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (2.3 days).

Average UV index in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average UV index in May: 8

The months with the highest UV index are April and May (UV index 8).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 22

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are November and December (Cloud cover 7).

Average visibility in May
Sahibganj, India

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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