May weather forecastSatara, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a sweltering month in Satara, India, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.1°C (73.6°F) and an average high of 36.4°C (97.5°F).

Temperature

May notes an average high-temperature of a still sweltering 36.4°C (97.5°F), subtly differing from April's 37.3°C (99.1°F). Despite a stark disparity with daily highs, Satara records an average nighttime temperature of 23.1°C (73.6°F) in May.

Heat index

The heat index in May is computed to be a blazing hot 45°C (113°F). Eyes open: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Prolonged exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Note that heat index values are valued for light wind and location in the shade. Direct exposure to sunshine could lead to a heat index increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. This effect tends to be personal, with the weather perception differing among individuals due to variations in body mass, height, and exertion. When exposed to direct sunlight, it's possible for the heat index to increase by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Youngsters generally face more threats than adults given their lesser ability to sweat. Coupled with their larger skin surface relative to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, they are more endangered.
Perspiration is the human body's physiological response to high temperatures and is an attempt to lower body temperature through evaporation of sweat. When there is abundant moisture in the air, the body's cooling through the evaporation process becomes less effective, leading to the sensation of overheating. As body temperatures escalate without effective heat release, one might face dehydration threats.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 51%.

Rainfall

In Satara, during May, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 14mm (0.55") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 693mm (27.28") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Satara, India, is 12h and 58min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 7:05 pm IST.

Sunshine

With an average of 10.4h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Satara, India.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Satara are February through May, with an average maximum UV index of 7. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 7 in May translates into this advice:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. 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. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays.