May weather forecastBenighat, Nepal

May

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another warm month in Benighat, Nepal, with temperature in the range of an average high of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and an average low of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

Temperature

The month of May sees the highest average temperatures, reaching 28.5°C (83.3°F) at the peak and 17.4°C (63.3°F) at the low.

Heat index

Throughout May, the heat index is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F). With constant exposure and activity, a state of weariness might ensue, leading to potential heat cramps.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is calculated by taking the relative humidity value for a specific location and factoring it into the air temperature reading. An individual's perception of weather can be influenced by a variety of factors including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their degree of physical exertion. Do note, being directly under sun rays can amplify the heat you feel, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially vital to children. Youngsters often neglect the necessity for rest and hydration. Thirst is a sign of advancing dehydration - thus the importance of maintaining hydration, specifically during long-lasting physical activities.

Humidity

In Benighat, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

Rainfall

In Benighat, during May, the rain falls for 23 days and regularly aggregates up to 143mm (5.63") of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.5 rainfall days, and 1893mm (74.53") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

In Benighat, snow does not fall in February through December.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 32min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm +0545.

Sunshine

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Benighat.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 6 during May translates into these guidelines:
Endorse precautions and be consistent with sun safety guidelines. Preventing sunburn is paramount. It's important to stay in the shade and limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most intense, although remember that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun.

Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Benighat registers the average highest temperatures during May, with peaks of 28.5°C (83.3°F) and lows of 17.4°C (63.3°F).

An average high-temperature, in May, in Benighat, is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 17.4°C (63.3°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in May is calculated to be 29°C (84.2°F).

In Benighat, the average relative humidity in May is 52%.

In May, in Benighat, the rain falls for 23 days. Throughout May, 143mm (5.63") of precipitation is accumulated.

February through December are months without snowfall.

The average day length in May is 13h and 32min.

On the first day of May, sunrise is at 5:25 am and sunset at 6:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 5:10 am and sunset at 6:56 pm +0545.

With an average of 11.8h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year.

In May, the average sunshine duration in Benighat is 11.8h.

The months with the highest UV index are April through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A May J J A S O N D

Apr

May

Jun

Average high temperature

27.5°C

28.5°C

28.4°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

8.8km/h

8km/h

6.7km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

14.9

26.5

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

11.3

1.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is May (28.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.8°C).

Average low temperature in May: 17.4°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (20.2°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (4.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average pressure in May: 1008.6mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1017.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average wind speed in May: 7.4km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (8.2km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are August and September (4.9km/h).

Average humidity in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average humidity in May: 52%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and August (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (37%).

Average rainfall in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average rainfall in May: 143mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (478mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (6mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average rainfall days in May: 23 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (30.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.8 days).

Average snowfall days in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average daylight in May: 13h and 30min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 24min).

Average sunshine in May: 11h and 48min

The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 11h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 7h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average sunshine days in May: 5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (26.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (0.5 days).

Average UV index in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are April, May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average cloud cover in May: 18

The month with the most cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 10).

Average visibility in May
Benighat, Nepal

Average visibility in May: 10km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are July, August and September (8km).