Temperatures in May
It's hot in May in India with an average temperature of 42°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 40°C to a high of 43°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 29°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for India in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in India with hot temperatures, averaging around 41°C during the day and nights close to 27°C. There’s little chance of precipitation. The weather is mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 42°C, with nights close to 28°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry with sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in India will be around 43°C, with nights close to 29°C. Barely any chance of precipitation. The weather will mostly be dry with lots of sunshine. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 19 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
The precipitation chance averages 13% per day this month. Though that seems low, there are also a few days with a higher chance of precipitation.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for India. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
India in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
42°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
43°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
40°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
19 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
4 days | 8 days | |
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit India?
May isn’t a good time to be in India. The average temperature of 42°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a pleasant stay.
The hurricane season in India runs from June to November.
Temperature records for India in May
With 49°C, India hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2023. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 20°C to a high of 34°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in India
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in India, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Weather experiences in May in India
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Daily Precipitation in May in India
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 4 days of rain in India.
Daily UV Index in May in India
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in India, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in India, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in India Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in India, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for India
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in India. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in India
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Not ideal for swimmers. The intensity of the heat can be unbearable.— This text is automatically translated to English
Definitely avoid May and June in Delhi : it is 40+ degrees and together with the extreme air pollution ( the air is brown with smog!) it is a real assault on your health !— This text is automatically translated to English
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Average Weather in India by Month
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