May weather forecastVaranasi, India

May

Weather in May

May is the warmest month in Varanasi, with temperatures often climbing to their annual peak. The city is transformed under the summer sun, while the evenings bring a mild relief from the daytime heat. May marks the arrival of monsoon clouds on the horizon, suggesting promises of imminent showers. The maximum temperature reaches 40.3°C (104.5°F), while the lowest lies at 25.5°C (77.9°F). Citizens and tourists alike seek shelter in the cool indoors during this hot month.

Temperature

Temperature readings in Varanasi reach their annual highs in May, averaging 40.3°C (104.5°F) and a minimum average of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

Rainfall

In Varanasi, during May, the rain falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 10mm (0.39") of precipitation. In Varanasi, during the entire year, the rain falls for 51.4 days and collects up to 1058mm (41.65") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Varanasi, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 23min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:44 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Varanasi. A UV Index reading of 11, and higher, represents an extreme threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 12 in May suggests the following recommendations:
Carry out all important precautions, unprotected skin could get burns in no time. Between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., UV radiation is strongest. Make an effort to avoid direct sunlight during this time, remembering that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Sunscreen with a sun protection factor of no less than 30 should be used liberally and reapplied frequently on overcast days, including after every swim or outdoor activity.

Frequently asked questions

In Varanasi, India, the peak average temperatures are observed in May, with a high of 40.3°C (104.5°F) and a low of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

During May, Varanasi experiences an average high-temperature of 40.3°C (104.5°F) and a low-temperature of 25.5°C (77.9°F).

In Varanasi, in May, during 1.2 rainfall days, 10mm (0.39") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In May, the average day length is 13h and 23min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:21 am and sunset at 6:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:07 am and sunset at 6:44 pm IST.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Varanasi is 8h.

The months with the highest UV index are May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12.

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 12. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average rainfall
Average rainfall days
Average sunshine
Average UV index

Average temperature in May
Varanasi, India

  • Average high temperature in May: 40.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (40.3°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (23°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 25.5°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is June (27.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (9.2°C).

Average rainfall in May
Varanasi, India

  • Average rainfall in May: 10.3mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (309.3mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (4.8mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Varanasi, India

  • Average rainfall days in May: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (0.5 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Varanasi, India

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 24min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h

The month with the most sunshine is April (Average sunshine: 9h).
The month with the least sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 4h).

Average UV index in May
Varanasi, India

  • Average UV index in May: 12

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 12).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 5).