May weather forecast
Ragala, Sri Lanka

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Ragala, is also a moderately hot month, with an average temperature varying between 27.3°C (81.1°F) and 19.1°C (66.4°F).

Temperature

Upon the beginning of May, Ragala's high-temperatures register at a still warm 27.3°C (81.1°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. Ragala cools down to an average low-temperature of 19.1°C (66.4°F) throughout the month of May.

Heat index

May's mean heat index is appraised at a tropical 31°C (87.8°F). Prolonged activity during exposure might result in a state of fatigue and cause heat cramps.
The heat index's values are generally associated with conditions in shade and light breezes. Direct sunlight has the potential to heighten heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'apparent temperature', is a measure of how hot it feels when the actual air humidity is factored in. The influence of weather is personal, differing among individuals based on variations in body mass, stature, and the degree of physical exertion. Being aware that direct sunlight can impact the felt heat might mean an increase in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are highly important for children. Young individuals are generally in more danger than adults due to their lower capacity to sweat. Moreover, their large skin surface in relation to their small bodies and the increased heat generation from their activities makes them more vulnerable.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May in Ragala is 86%.

Rainfall

In May, in Ragala, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout May, 290mm (11.42") of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 297.4 rainfall days, and 2784mm (109.61") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Ragala, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 9.1h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In May, an average UV index of 6 transforms into the following instructions:
Dodge overexposure. Fair-skinned people can get singed in less than 20 minutes. Seek shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer complete sun protection. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average May temperature in Ragala?
The high-temperature, in May, in Ragala, records 27.3°C (81.1°F), while the low-temperature is 19.1°C (66.4°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 31°C (87.8°F).
What is the average humidity in May in Ragala?
The average relative humidity in May in Ragala is 86%.
How many days does it rain in May in Ragala?
In May, in Ragala, the rain falls for 29.8 days. Throughout May, 290mm (11.42") of precipitation is accumulated.
How many hours of daylight does Ragala have in May?
In May, the average day length in Ragala, Sri Lanka, is 12h and 26min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Ragala?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:14. On the last day of the month, in Ragala, sunrise is at 05:49 and sunset at 18:19 +0530.
How long on average sun shines in May in Ragala?
In Ragala, Sri Lanka, the average sunshine duration in May is 9.1h.
When is the highest UV index in Ragala?
The months with the highest UV index in Ragala are February through September, with an average maximum UV index of 6.
What is the UV index intensity in May in Ragala?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Ragala, Sri Lanka, is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average high temperature in May: 27.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is April (27.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (24.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 19.1°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is May (19.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is February (15.3°C).

Average pressure in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average pressure in May: 1008.4mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1011.7mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (1008.3mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average wind speed in May: 6.3km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is June (9.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is April (3.3km/h).

Average humidity in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average humidity in May: 86%

The month with the highest relative humidity is November (89%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is March (80%).

Average rainfall in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall in May: 290mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is October (656mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (85mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average rainfall days in May: 29.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (16.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 9h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is February (11 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are February, March, April, May, June, July, August and September (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, October, November and December (UV index 5).

Average cloud cover in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is November (Cloud cover 63).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 42).

Average visibility in May
Ragala, Sri Lanka
  • Average visibility in May: 7km

The months with the highest visibility are June, July and August (9km).
The months with the lowest visibility are November and December (6km).

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