May weather forecastVazhakulam, India

Weather in May

The last month of the pre-monsoon summer, May, is another hot month in Vazhakulam, India, with an average temperature varying between 31.6°C (88.9°F) and 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Temperature

In Vazhakulam, May's average high-temperature stands at a still tropical 31.6°C (88.9°F), closely related to the preceding month. Vazhakulam's nighttime temperatures in May see a subtle dip to an average of 26.8°C (80.2°F).

Heat index

For most parts of May, the heat index is computed to be a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The presence of direct sunlight can raise the heat index values by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is what the temperature feels like to the human body when the air temperature is combined with the relative humidity. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by several aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. Always consider that direct sunlight exposure might heighten the heat's effects, pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are largely significant for babies and toddlers. Young ones often underestimate the need for rest and rehydration. Thirst appears late in dehydration - hence, it is important to keep hydrated, particularly during prolonged physical activities.
By perspiring, the human body can shed its excessive warmth since evaporated sweat cools it off. 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. Rising body temperatures due to excess heat retention could signify impending heat disorders.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 78%.

Rainfall

In Vazhakulam, during May, the rain falls for 25.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 156mm (6.14") of precipitation. In Vazhakulam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 250.9 days and collects up to 2115mm (83.27") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 35min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 6:05 am and sunset at 6:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:01 am and sunset at 6:41 pm IST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Vazhakulam is 8.2h.

UV index

January through May, September through December, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Vazhakulam. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 7 translates into the following recommendations:
Steer clear of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals can be scorched in less than 20 minutes. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest, limit direct exposure to the Sun and note that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.