May weather forecastMaruddana, Sri Lanka

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Maruddana, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 21.8°C (71.2°F) and 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

Maruddana marks the onset of May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.1°C (86.2°F), a subtle shift from April's 31.2°C (88.2°F). Throughout May nights, Maruddana experiences a consistent temperature average of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is appraised at a fiery hot 38°C (100.4°F). Emphasize additional safety, risk of heat cramps and heat exhaustion is high. Continuous activity might result in heatstroke.
When referencing the heat index, its values are suitable for shady environments and light breezes. Heat index values might soar by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees with exposure to direct sunshine.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'real feel' or 'felt air temperature', is an index that combines air temperature and relative humidity to determine the human-perceived temperature equivalent. Additional elements including metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and attire have a role in shaping the individual's temperature perception. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly critical to babies and toddlers. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.
Perspiration is the body's default response to elevated temperatures, as it promotes the evaporation of sweat to achieve cooling. Augmented relative humidity impedes typical body cooling mechanisms by lowering the evaporation rate, resulting in decreased body cooling and an amplified perception of heat. If heat absorption isn't effectively countered by the body's cooling methods, body temperature surges, hinting at potential problems.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity in Maruddana is 80%.

Rainfall

In Maruddana, in May, during 28.6 rainfall days, 163mm (6.42") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maruddana, there are 278.4 rainfall days, and 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

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 18:16. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Maruddana, Sri Lanka, 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 reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 6 in May leads to these recommendations:
Elude overexposure. Fair-skinned people could get burnt in less than 20 minutes. Be aware that the sun's UV radiation is strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. and try to reduce direct sun exposure during this period as much as possible. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat.