May weather forecast
Kudapaduwa, Sri Lanka

May, the last month of the spring in Kudapaduwa, is also a hot month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.8°C (87.4°F) and 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Temperature

Kudapaduwa records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.8°C (87.4°F) as May arrives, nearly mirroring the previous month's climate. Kudapaduwa's nighttime temperatures in May see a subtle dip to an average of 26.4°C (79.5°F).

Heat index

The heat index for May is estimated at a scorching 40°C (104°F). Take extra safety measures to prevent heat exhaustion and heat cramps. Heatstroke could follow lengthy activity.
Research indicates the heat index considers values in shaded locales and with light winds. Heat index values may be hiked up by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees under direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'apparent temperature', arises from combining readings of air temperature and relative moisture content. 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. Understand that direct sun rays can influence the weather's impact, leading to an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are quite important for babies and toddlers. Children commonly overlook the importance of rest and fluid replenishment. Thirst, being a delayed sign of dehydration, emphasizes the need to keep hydration up, especially during lengthy physical activities.
To prevent overheating and help regulate its internal temperature, the human body sweat and rely on the evaporation to cool down. Increased relative humidity slows down evaporation, thereby decreasing the rate of heat removal from the body, culminating in a sensation of overheating. If the body retains more heat than it can expel, the increasing temperature can lead to heat-related conditions.

Humidity

In Kudapaduwa, Sri Lanka, the average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Kudapaduwa, in May, it is raining for 26.3 days, with typically 204mm (8.03") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kudapaduwa, there are 265.4 rainfall days, and 1744mm (68.66") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 18:19. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:23 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May is 8.8h.

UV index

May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Kudapaduwa. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 6 during May leads to these advisories:
Escape overexposure. People with light skin may incur burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Remember that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Make an effort to avoid direct sun exposure during these hours. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.