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IndiaThe weather in May in Tamil Nādu
It's hot in May in Tamil Nādu with an average temperature of 38°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 40°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 28°C and 31°C.
May isn’t a good month to be in Tamil Nādu . The average temperature of 38°C this month is uncomfortably hot for a comfortable stay.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Tamil Nādu , 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 43°C in 2017, Tamil Nādu 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 23°C to a highest value of 32°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 50 mm of precipitation, spread over 6 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Tamil Nādu
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tamil Nādu . Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Tamil Nādu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 38°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 40°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 28°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 50 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 6 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Tamil Nādu with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 29°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 39°C, with nights around 30°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 Tamil Nādu is around 40°C, while nighttime temps are about 31°C. No precipitation expected at the end of the month; it’ll be mostly 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 Tamil Nādu runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Tamil Nādu , India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Tamil Nādu
Temperature in May in Tamil Nādu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Tamil Nādu , 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 Tamil Nādu
Total precipitation in May in Tamil Nādu over the years
Daily UV index in May in Tamil Nādu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Tamil Nādu , 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 Tamil Nādu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Tamil Nādu . Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.