May weather forecast
Bobella, Sri Lanka

May, the last month of the spring in Bobella, is another tropical month, with an average temperature ranging between max 34.2°C (93.6°F) and min 24.5°C (76.1°F).

Temperature

May is marked by an average high-temperature of a still hot 34.2°C (93.6°F), almost identical to the preceding month. Bobella records a mean low-temperature of 24.5°C (76.1°F) in May.

Heat index

In May, the average heat index is estimated at a life-threatening hot 49°C (120.2°F). Guard: Heat exhaustion and heat cramps are foreseeable. Prolonged effort may bring about heatstroke.
Observations indicate that the heat index values are for shady locations with light wind. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'feels like', evaluates the perceived heat by adding the effect of moisture in the air. This effect is subjective, differing among individuals based on their physical activity and perception of heat, which can be influenced by factors like wind, clothing, and metabolic variances. Keep it in mind, direct sunlight can augment the heat you experience, possibly pushing the heat index up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly meaningful for babies and toddlers. Youngsters are usually more at risk than adults, considering they sweat less. Additionally, their high skin surface area compared to their little bodies and their high heat production due to activity increases their risk.
In the face of high temperatures, the human body's reflex is to perspire, leveraging sweat evaporation for cooling. 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. Increasing body temperatures can be a precursor to dehydration if the body can't shed the extra heat.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Bobella, Sri Lanka, is 72%.

Rainfall

In May, in Bobella, the rain falls for 17.4 days. Throughout May, 83mm (3.27") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 196.8 rainfall days, and 943mm (37.13") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 29min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:48 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

In Bobella, the average sunshine in May is 11.2h.

UV index

February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index in Bobella. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 7 in May converts into the following recommendations:
Sidestep overexposure. Individuals with fair complexions risk burning in fewer than 20 minutes. Avoid exposure to the Sun and try to stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent, but be aware that parasols or canopies may not offer full protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.