May weather forecastSompeta, India

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Sompeta, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.5°C (81.5°F) and max 37.1°C (98.8°F).

Temperature

Sompeta's warmest month, May, registers temperatures that range from a high of 37.1°C (98.8°F) to a low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is appraised at a life-threatening hot 56°C (132.8°F). Warning: These weather conditions are judged to be tremendously perilous, and heatstroke is imminent.
In the scope of the heat index, its values resonate with shade and light wind conditions. An exposure to direct sunlight may lift the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is a value derived by merging air temperature with the humidity to convey how the climate feels. Additional elements encompassing metabolic differences, the degree of physical activity, and attire can impact the individual's perception of temperature. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for children. Younglings frequently fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst emerges late in dehydration - it is imperative to keep hydration levels high, particularly during extended physical exertions.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. Increased relative humidity interferes with body cooling by slowing the rate of evaporation, resulting in a slower body cooling rate and a heightened feeling of heat. The body is at risk of dehydration and related complications when it fails to shed excessive heat.

Humidity

In Sompeta, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

Rainfall

In May, in Sompeta, the rain falls for 7.9 days. Throughout May, 65mm (2.56") of precipitation is accumulated. In Sompeta, India, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 826mm (32.52") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Sompeta is 13h and 2min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

Sunshine

The months with the most sunshine in Sompeta are April and May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index 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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, a daily UV index of 8 turns into the following recommendations:
Prioritize protection; rapid damage can occur to unprotected eyes and skin. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

Sompeta's temperatures tend to reach their peak averages in May, with a high of 37.1°C (98.8°F) and a low of 27.5°C (81.5°F).

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 37.1°C (98.8°F) and a low-temperature of 27.5°C (81.5°F). In May, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 56°C (132.8°F).

In Sompeta, India, the average relative humidity in May is 67%.

In Sompeta, in May, it is raining for 7.9 days, with typically 65mm (2.56") of accumulated precipitation.

In Sompeta, India, the average day length in May is 13h and 2min.

On the first day of May in Sompeta, India, sunrise is at 5:23 am and sunset at 6:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 6:25 pm IST.

April and May, with an average of 11.9h of sunshine, are months with the most sunshine.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Sompeta, India, is 11.9h.

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

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Sompeta, India, is 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 37.1°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (37.1°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (27°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 27.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (28.3°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.7°C).

Average pressure in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average pressure in May: 1004.1mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1015.2mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1000.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average wind speed in May: 14.6km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are April and May (14.6km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is January (7.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average humidity in May: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (60%).

Average rainfall in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 65mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (168mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (5mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (25.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3 days).

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

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 11h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are April and May (Average sunshine: 11h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 7h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average sunshine days in May: 20.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (26 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is September (4.1 days).

Average UV index in May
Sompeta, 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, October, November and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average cloud cover in May: 14

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 9).

Average visibility in May
Sompeta, India

  • Average visibility in May: 10km

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