May weather forecast
Matugama, Sri Lanka

May, the last month of the spring in Matugama, is another warm month, with an average temperature varying between 29.5°C (85.1°F) and 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Temperature

The shift into May reveals an average high-temperature of a warm 29.5°C (85.1°F), closely mirroring April's climate. Matugama experiences a subtle drop in temperature during the May nights, recording an average of 26.7°C (80.1°F).

Heat index

For May, the heat index is appraised at a very hot 36°C (96.8°F). Take special precautions - heat exhaustion and heat cramps are expected. Heatstroke may occur with lengthy activity.
Heat index data is primarily for areas with shade and subjected to light winds. The heat index can potentially augment by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'apparent temperature' or 'real feel', marries air temperature and humidity to produce a value illustrating perceived warmth. A person's impression of weather can be shaped by many aspects, among them metabolic variations, pregnancy, and levels of physical activity. One's exposure to direct sunlight has the potential to intensify the heat sensation, increasing the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are especially crucial for babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
One of the main methods the human body employs to cool down is by perspiring, as this process allows sweat to evaporate and remove excess heat. When relative humidity is on the rise, it curtails evaporation, thereby reducing the heat elimination from the body and causing the feeling of being excessively hot. Rising body temperatures resulting from an imbalance in heat absorption can lead to potential thermal issues.

Humidity

In Matugama, the average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Matugama is May, when the rain falls for 27.7 days and typically aggregates up to 302mm (11.89") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day in Matugama, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 25min.
On the first day of May in Matugama, Sri Lanka, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

In Matugama, the average sunshine in May is 9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May and September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 6 in May transforms into the following instructions:
Take precautions against overexposure. Fair-skinned people may get burned in less than 20 minutes. The Sun's UV radiation is most potent between the hours of 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this time. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat.