May weather forecast
Ooty, India

May brings the highest rainfall for the year in Ooty, India with a substantial amount of 148mm (5.83"). In spite of this, temperatures remain mostly pleasant, fluctuating from 11.4°C (52.5°F) to 22°C (71.6°F). Longer daylight hours, lasting 12.6 hours, extend the sunshine by an additional hour. The town breathes life as the landscapes come alive with the sound and sight of pouring rain.

Temperature

May's weather records an average high-temperature of a still agreeable 22°C (71.6°F), showing little deviation from April. In May, Ooty's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 11.4°C (52.5°F) during the night.

Rainfall

In Ooty, during May, the rain falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 148mm (5.83") of precipitation. In Ooty, during the entire year, the rain falls for 75 days and collects up to 1238mm (48.74") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Ooty, the average length of the day in May is 12h and 39min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:04 am and sunset at 6:36 pm. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 5:58 am and sunset at 6:43 pm IST.

Sunshine

In Ooty, the average sunshine in May is 7h.

UV index

The months with the highest UV index are February through October, with an average maximum UV index of 12. A UV Index estimate of 11, and higher, represents an ultimate health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 12 during May leads to these advisories:
Execute all vital precautions. Preventing sun damage is of utmost importance. Try to minimize direct Sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., the peak period for UV radiation. Also note that objects like parasols or canopies might not provide complete sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.