May weather forecastUttarbhag, India

Weather in May

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Uttarbhag, is also a sweltering month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.7°C (99.9°F) and 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

Uttarbhag marks the arrival of May with an average high-temperature of a still very hot 37.7°C (99.9°F), hardly different from April's 38.1°C (100.6°F). Throughout May, an average low-temperature of 28.5°C (83.3°F) is experienced in Uttarbhag.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is calculated to be a burning hot 57°C (134.6°F). Warning: These weather conditions are seen as exceedingly treacherous, heatstroke is on the horizon.
Consider that heat index readings are for situations in the shade and light wind. Direct sunlight exposure may cause a 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees rise in the heat index.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'felt air temperature', is a fusion of air temperature and moisture levels to demonstrate the sensation of heat. Factors encompassing physical activity, clothing, and metabolic differences have a role in shaping the individual's impression of temperature. Remember, direct sunlight exposure can heighten the heat impact and might increase the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.
Evaporating sweat, thanks to perspiration, acts as a natural air conditioner for the human body. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. Overheating and dehydration threats arise when heat gain goes beyond what the body can comfortably shed.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Uttarbhag is 64%.

Rainfall

In Uttarbhag, India, during May, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 47mm (1.85") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.5 rainfall days, and 910mm (35.83") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 13min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:03 am and sunset at 6:02 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 4:51 am and sunset at 6:15 pm IST.

Sunshine

The month with the most sunshine is May, with an average of 11.3h 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 estimate of 8 to 10 represents a very high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 8 in May translates into these instructions:
Act with urgency in protecting yourself. Without it, skin and eyes can be harmed in no time. 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. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.