May weather forecastSongadh, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Songadh, is another torrid month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.2°C (100.8°F) and an average low of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Temperature

With May's arrival, Songadh's weather records an average high-temperature of a still torrid 38.2°C (100.8°F), marking little difference from April's 38.5°C (101.3°F). Throughout May, Songadh witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 27.6°C (81.7°F).

Heat index

The average heat index in May is evaluated at a burning hot 54°C (129.2°F). Attention: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are quite likely. Heatstroke becomes a risk with continued exertion.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Direct sunlight might lead to a heat index increase by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', is achieved by amalgamating air temperature with the relative humidity readings. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. When in direct sunlight, one should be cautious as it can raise the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away excess heat. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the heat gained surpasses the body's cooling capacity, temperatures rise, signaling potential health concerns.

Humidity

In Songadh, India, the average relative humidity in May is 57%.

Rainfall

In Songadh, India, in May, it is raining for 1.4 days, with typically 2mm (0.08") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Songadh, there are 113.4 rainfall days, and 811mm (31.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Songadh is 13h and 9min.
On the first day of May in Songadh, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 7:00 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:53 am and sunset at 7:13 pm IST.

Sunshine

May has the most sunshine of the year, with an average of 10.9h of sunshine.

UV index

March through May, with an average maximum UV index of 8, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 8 suggests these recommendations:
Take extra precautions. Protection against sun damage is required. Limit your exposure to the sun's UV radiation, which is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., and note that parasols or canopies may not provide full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.