May weather forecast
Thrissur, India

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Thrissur, India, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.9°C (89.4°F) and 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Temperature

Thrissur records a slight change with May's average high-temperatures adjusting to a still hot 31.9°C (89.4°F) from April's 33.8°C (92.8°F). During May, Thrissur's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 25.8°C (78.4°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a scorching 44°C (111.2°F). Watchful: Heat cramps and heat exhaustion are predicted. Continued exertion could lead to heatstroke.
Heat index readings emphasize conditions of light breezes and shaded spots. The heat index has the potential to rise by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with direct sunshine exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', integrates the air's temperature and its humidity to showcase the felt temperature by people. The perception of temperature can be subjective, varying based on activity and individual heat sensitivity, influenced by factors like wind, attire, and metabolic variations. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly important 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. Under conditions of high relative humidity, the rate of evaporation decreases. This results in the body retaining more heat than under conditions of dry air. If heat absorption exceeds the body's cooling ability, body temperature can elevate, resulting in potential thermal illnesses.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Thrissur is 80%.

Rainfall

In May, in Thrissur, the rain falls for 27.3 days. Throughout May, 178mm (7.01") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 252.6 rainfall days, and 2037mm (80.2") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Thrissur is 12h and 37min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:07 am and sunset at 6:37 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 7.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May through October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 6 in May interprets into the following recommendations:
Continue precautions and advocate sun safety advice. Deterrence of sunburn is indispensable. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes.