May weather forecast
Hiripitiya, Sri Lanka

The last month of the spring, May, is also a hot month in Hiripitiya, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 23°C (73.4°F) and max 31.8°C (89.2°F).

Temperature

On the advent of May, Hiripitiya's average high-temperature exhibits a minor adjustment to a still tropical 31.8°C (89.2°F) from April's 32.9°C (91.2°F). Hiripitiya's nights in May cool down to an average low-temperature of 23°C (73.4°F).

Heat index

May's mean heat index is evaluated at a blisteringly hot 42°C (107.6°F). Exercise extra preventive actions, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are plausible. Continuous activity could result in heatstroke.
Take note of the fact that heat index values are based on shaded circumstances with light airflows. The direct sun can potentially cause the heat index to increase by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', is a metric representing the sensation of warmth when air temperature and moisture come together. The individual's experience of temperature can be shaped by numerous aspects such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Direct exposure to the sun's rays can enhance the felt temperature, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals are typically more threatened than adults due to their reduced perspiration. Also, the larger skin surface proportionate to their small bodies and the increased heat from their activities magnify their risk.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. 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 resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Hiripitiya is 77%.

Rainfall

In May, in Hiripitiya, Sri Lanka, the rain falls for 21.6 days. Throughout May, 117mm (4.61") of precipitation is accumulated. In Hiripitiya, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 217.7 days and collects up to 1165mm (45.87") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Hiripitiya, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 28min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:22 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 10.7h.

UV index

March through September, with an average maximum UV index of 7, are months with the highest UV index. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 7 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Avoid excessive sunlight. Those with lighter skin may experience burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct Sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., a period when UV radiation is most intense, and remember that not all shade structures provide full protection. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat.