May weather forecast
Alugolla, Sri Lanka

The last month of the spring, May, is another hot month in Alugolla, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between max 30.1°C (86.2°F) and min 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Temperature

May experiences an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), barely different from April's 31.2°C (88.2°F). An average nighttime temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F) is noted in Alugolla, Sri Lanka, during the month of May.

Heat index

The heat index value for May is evaluated at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Implement more preventive measures, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Heatstroke might result from extended activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Exposure to the direct sun could elevate the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'feels like', embodies the combination of air temperature and moisture content to illustrate perceived heat. Elements such as metabolic variations, pregnancy, and physical exertion can influence one's weather perception. When you're directly under the sun's rays, remember that the heat index may surge by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are of high significance for children. Juveniles are regularly less conscious of the need to recuperate and rehydrate. Thirst is a tardy symptom of dehydration - hydration, especially during lengthy physical activities, should be maintained.
The human body cools itself through perspiration, as excessive warmth is removed from the body through sweat evaporation. In the presence of elevated relative humidity, the evaporation rate decreases. This reduction leads to increased body heat retention compared to conditions of dry air. When the body is unable to balance heat gain, its temperature elevates, which may induce thermal illnesses.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Alugolla, in May, it is raining for 28.6 days, with typically 163mm (6.42") of accumulated precipitation. In Alugolla, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Alugolla, Sri Lanka, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 10.4h.

UV index

January through September, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days.