May weather forecast
Thakurmunda, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a sweltering month in Thakurmunda, India, with an average temperature varying between 25.1°C (77.2°F) and 38.8°C (101.8°F).

Temperature

Thakurmunda's May weather, with an average high temperature of 38.8°C (101.8°F) and an average low temperature of 25.1°C (77.2°F), tends to be the warmest of the year.

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a blazing hot 54°C (129.2°F). Stay alert: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are expected. Heatstroke is a likely outcome of ongoing activity.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight can potentially boost the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', gives an indication of how one might feel in terms of heat after considering humidity. Physical activity, clothing, and metabolic variations are additional factors that impact an individual's perception of temperature. One must note that being under the direct sun can escalate the heat's effects, with the heat index possibly rising by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Children often fail to recognize the requirement to rest and rehydrate. Thirst, being a late symptom of dehydration, underlines the importance of maintaining hydration, especially during ongoing physical activities.
The body's natural response to excessive warmth is perspiration, as it allows for cooling through sweat evaporation. When relative humidity is heightened, it slows the rate of evaporation, thereby decreasing the body's ability to shed heat and creating a sensation of overheating. Elevated heat gain compared to the body's release capability poses risks of dehydration and potential overheating.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 54%.

Rainfall

In Thakurmunda, during May, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Thakurmunda, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 1031mm (40.59") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 10min.
On the first day of May in Thakurmunda, sunrise is at 5:13 am and sunset at 6:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:02 am and sunset at 6:23 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 11.8h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index in Thakurmunda are April and May, with an average maximum UV index of 8. A UV Index of 8 to 10 symbolizes a very high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 8 in May, converts into the following recommendations:
Ensure you're always protected. Unprotected skin can get damaged in moments. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage.