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The weather in May in Vārānasi

It's hot in May in Vārānasi with an average temperature of 40°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 38°C to a high of 42°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 29°C.

May isn’t a good month to be in Vārānasi. The average temperature of 40°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 Vārānasi, 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 47°C in 2022, Vārānasi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 26°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 21°C to a highest value of 32°C.

Rainfall amount

In May, there is an average of 33 mm of precipitation, spread over 4 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Daily weather in May for Vārānasi

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Vārānasi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

May weather comparison

  Vārānasi New York
Average temperature 40°C 22°C
Max. temperature 42°C 28°C
Min. temperature 25°C -5°C
Total precipitation 33 mm 105 mm
Rainy days 4 days 14 days

Start of May

The month of May starts in Vārānasi with hot temps, averaging around 40°C during the day and nights around 27°C.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 42°C, with nights around 28°C. Not much precipitation expected during this period. It’s mostly dry and sunny.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Vārānasi is around 41°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. There’s hardly any chance of precipitation. The weather will be mostly dry with plenty of sun.

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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 Vārānasi runs from June to November.

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Temperature charts

These charts show the average temperatures in May in Vārānasi, India. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.

Daily Temperature in May in Vārānasi

Temperature in May in Vārānasi over the years

Precipitation charts

These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Vārānasi, 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 Vārānasi

Total precipitation in May in Vārānasi over the years

Daily UV index in May in Vārānasi

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Vārānasi, 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 Vārānasi by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vārānasi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.