IndiaThe weather in May in Rishīkesh
It's hot in May in Rishīkesh with an average temperature of 34°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 32°C to a high of 36°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 18°C and 21°C.
May is a good month to be in Rishīkesh for sunny weather. You’ll have high temperatures and not too much 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 Rishīkesh, 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 45°C in 2014, Rishīkesh reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 19°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 26°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 69 mm of precipitation, spread over 11 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Rishīkesh
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Rishīkesh. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Rishīkesh | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 34°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 36°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 18°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 69 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 11 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Rishīkesh with hot temps, averaging around 34°C during the day and nights around 19°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 35°C, with nights around 20°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Rishīkesh is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 21°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
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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.
The hurricane season in Rishīkesh runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Rishīkesh, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Rishīkesh
Temperature in May in Rishīkesh over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Rishīkesh, 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 Rishīkesh
Total precipitation in May in Rishīkesh over the years
Daily UV index in May in Rishīkesh
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Rishīkesh, 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 Rishīkesh by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Rishīkesh. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.