May weather forecastSeethagama, Sri Lanka

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Seethagama, Sri Lanka, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.3°C (79.3°F) and max 30.6°C (87.1°F).

Temperature

Seethagama, Sri Lanka, starts May with an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.6°C (87.1°F), a minor shift from April's 31.8°C (89.2°F). Seethagama records a mild decrease in temperature during the nights of May, averaging a moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is estimated at a blisteringly hot 40°C (104°F). Incorporate special precautions, risk of heat exhaustion and heat cramps is substantial. Sustained activity could cause heatstroke.
Always consider that heat index estimations are for light winds and places in the shade. The direct sunshine could escalate the heat index values by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', comes about by integrating the temperature readings with the humidity levels. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Being under direct sunshine can magnify the heat experience, possibly pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Kids generally face higher risks than adults as they sweat less. Along with their large skin surface compared to their small bodies and higher heat production due to their activities, their vulnerability is increased.
Perspiring is how the human body naturally cools down, as sweat's evaporation takes away 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. Excessive heat that's not properly managed leads to increased body temperatures and resultant health issues.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 81%.

Rainfall

In Seethagama, in May, it is raining for 28.8 days, with typically 306mm (12.05") of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Seethagama, there are 289.4 rainfall days, and 2262mm (89.06") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

In Seethagama, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 26min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:55 and sunset at 18:17. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 05:51 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

In Seethagama, the average sunshine in May is 8.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, June, August and October, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 6 during May translates into the following directions:
Undertake protective measures and comply with sun safety rules. Shielding against skin and eye damage is essential. Avoid direct Sun exposure and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak, but keep in mind that not all shade structures provide complete protection. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat.