May weather forecast
Walpita, Sri Lanka

May, the last month of the spring in Walpita, is also a hot month, with an average temperature varying between 30.2°C (86.4°F) and 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Temperature

Welcoming May, Walpita notes an average high-temperature of a still hot 30.2°C (86.4°F), nearly consistent with April's 31.3°C (88.3°F). Walpita in May observes a slight diminution in temperature from daily highs, recording a low-temperature average of 26.3°C (79.3°F).

Heat index

The heat index in May is evaluated at a fiery hot 39°C (102.2°F). Apply extra caution, heat cramps and heat exhaustion could happen. Heatstroke might occur with long-duration activity.
Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. 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', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. An individual's perception of weather can be affected by a variety of elements including metabolic differences, being pregnant, and their level of physical exertion. It is essential to be conscious of the fact that direct sunlight can intensify the felt heat, leading to an elevation in the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are extremely vital to 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.
The human body normally cools itself by perspiration. Excessive warmth is eliminated from the body by evaporation of sweat. During conditions of high air temperature and humidity (high heat index), the body's ability to perspire is inhibited, increasing the sensation of warmth. With body temperatures on the rise, inefficient heat shedding can lead to dehydration and its associated complications.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In May, in Walpita, the rain falls for 28 days. Throughout May, 303mm (11.93") of precipitation is accumulated. In Walpita, during the entire year, the rain falls for 273.8 days and collects up to 2059mm (81.06") of precipitation.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May in Walpita 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, in Walpita, sunrise is at 05:52 and sunset at 18:21 +0530.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Walpita is 8.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are May, June and August, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Implement preventive steps and embrace sun safety standards. Protection from skin and eye distress is compulsory. Stay in the shade and limit sun exposure from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., when UV radiation is most potent. Keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not offer full protection. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.