May weather forecastTenkasi, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Tenkasi, is another hot month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.3°C (93.7°F) and min 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Temperature

May's onset records a minor alteration in the average high-temperature to a tropical 34.3°C (93.7°F) from April's 35.6°C (96.1°F). May's nights observe an average temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is calculated to be a burning hot 47°C (116.6°F). Stay on guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are predicted. Ongoing effort can cause heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Exposure to direct sunshine can increase heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', measures the perceived warmth when incorporating the humidity present in the air. The effect is personal, with varied weather perceptions among individuals due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical activity. It is noteworthy that being in direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, raising the heat index by as much as 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
Humans rely on perspiration as a cooling mechanism, wherein the evaporating sweat counteracts excessive warmth. With excessive moisture in the atmosphere, the effectiveness of the evaporation process is decreased, causing the body to cool down less efficiently, leading to a sensation of overheating. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

In Tenkasi, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Tenkasi, during May, the rain falls for 21.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 66mm (2.6") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 200.9 rainfall days, and 727mm (28.62") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 32min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:00 am and sunset at 6:36 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9h.

UV index

January through October and December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, a daily maximum UV index of 7 leads to the following instructions:
Stay clear of intense sun exposure. Solar protection is of utmost significance. Attempt to stay under shade and limit exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. Remember, devices such as parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious.