May weather forecastUkhrul, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is also a moderately hot month in Ukhrul, India, with temperature in the range of an average high of 29.4°C (84.9°F) and an average low of 17.2°C (63°F).

Temperature

The highest point of temperatures falls in April and May, when the average high-temperature ascends to 29.4°C (84.9°F).

Heat index

The heat index value during May is computed to be a sweltering 35°C (95°F). Take additional safety steps, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is notable. Prolonged activity may cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. If exposed to direct sunlight, the heat index could climb by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. The effect of weather is individual, with a variety of people experiencing it differently due to distinctions in body mass, height, and level of activity. In the direct sunlight, the weather's impact can be amplified, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children typically face more danger than adults as their sweat production is usually lower. Additionally, the bigger skin surface compared to their small size and the increased heat due to their activeness exacerbate the risk.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Under conditions of increased relative humidity, the evaporation rate lessens, causing the body to retain more heat than under less humid conditions. Overheating dangers loom when the body's heat release mechanisms are overshadowed by excessive gain.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Ukhrul is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ukhrul, India, during May, the rain falls for 24.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 117mm (4.61") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 195 rainfall days, and 1147mm (45.16") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ukhrul, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 22min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 4:36 am and sunset at 5:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 4:22 am and sunset at 5:58 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Ukhrul, the average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May, June, August and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Enforce precautions and stick to sun safety measures. Preservation from skin and eye damage is essential. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays.