May weather forecast
Valparai, India

May, the last month of the pre-monsoon summer in Valparai, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 21.3°C (70.3°F).

Temperature

May's presence marks an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.2°C (86.4°F), subtly varied from April's 32.8°C (91°F). Valparai records an average low-temperature of 21.3°C (70.3°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Greater safety measures are needed, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is high. Continuous activity might trigger heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. In the presence of direct sunshine, the heat index could be augmented by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct exposure to sun rays can potentially augment the heat sensation, elevating the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. In general, children are more at risk than adults because they sweat less. Furthermore, the large skin surface compared to their small bodies and the high heat production due to their actions contribute to this vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. Heat-related complications, like dehydration, can manifest if the body's heat gain exceeds its dissipation capacity.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Valparai, the rain falls for 28.5 days. Throughout May, 232mm (9.13") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Valparai, India, there are 256.6 rainfall days, and 1696mm (66.77") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 36min.
On the first day of May in Valparai, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:59 am and sunset at 6:40 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

In Valparai, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Stick with precautions and abide by sun safety procedures. Evading sunburn is essential. The Sun's UV radiation is at its strongest between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Minimize direct exposure to the sun during this period. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage.