May weather forecastUnambuwa, Sri Lanka

Weather in May

The last month of the spring, May, is another tropical month in Unambuwa, Sri Lanka, with temperature in the range of an average low of 21.8°C (71.2°F) and an average high of 30.1°C (86.2°F).

Temperature

The weather during May records an average high-temperature of a still tropical 30.1°C (86.2°F), closely mirroring the preceding month. May brings Unambuwa a consistent average low-temperature of 21.8°C (71.2°F).

Heat index

In May, the heat index is calculated to be a torrid 38°C (100.4°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Metrics for the heat index primarily focus on shaded spots and light wind conditions. Direct sunlight can cause a surge in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'felt air temperature', is a single figure representing how weather conditions feel when combining temperature and humidity. The individual's impression of temperature can be affected by numerous factors such as metabolic variations, physical exertion, and attire. Awareness is key; direct sunlight can enhance the weather's impact, possibly boosting the heat index by up to 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values remain especially vital for babies and toddlers. In general, younger individuals are at greater risk than adults because they tend to sweat less. Also, having a larger skin surface to body size ratio and greater heat production due to their active behavior contribute to this danger.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration, as evaporated sweat carries heat away from the body. When air moisture content is high, the cooling process through evaporation is not as efficient, leading to an ineffective body cooling process and a feeling of overheating. Inadequate heat shedding in the face of rising body temperatures hints at potential dehydration risks.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 80%.

Rainfall

In Unambuwa, in May, it is raining for 28.6 days, with typically 163mm (6.42") of accumulated precipitation. In Unambuwa, Sri Lanka, during the entire year, the rain falls for 278.4 days and collects up to 1466mm (57.72") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Unambuwa, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 27min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:53 and sunset at 18:16. On the last day of May, in Unambuwa, sunrise is at 05:50 and sunset at 18:20 +0530.

Sunshine

In Unambuwa, the average sunshine in May 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 in Unambuwa. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 6 during May morphs into the following directions:
Beware of overexposure. Fair-skinned individuals risk burning in less than 20 minutes. Avoid direct exposure to the Sun between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation, noting that objects like parasols or canopies might not offer complete sun protection. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing.