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IndiaThe weather in May in Puducherry
It's hot in May in Puducherry with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 33°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 29°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Puducherry. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Puducherry, India. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2017, Puducherry reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2016. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 31°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 176 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Puducherry
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Puducherry. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Puducherry | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 38°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 176 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Puducherry with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 35°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Puducherry is around 38°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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.
The hurricane season in Puducherry runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Puducherry, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Puducherry
Temperature in May in Puducherry over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Puducherry, India. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Puducherry
Total precipitation in May in Puducherry over the years
Daily UV index in May in Puducherry
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Puducherry, 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.
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Average weather in Puducherry by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Puducherry. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.