Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Gangtok, India, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 19°C (67°F). Highs can soar to 26°C (80°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (55°F). Typically, the humidity level in Gangtok throughout May hovers around 60%.
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In May, Gangtok averages 356 mm (14.0 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 30 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 28 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 45 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 18% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Gangtok reaches a maximum of 12, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 4 | 6 | 9 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 8 | 6 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Exposure | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | |||||
| Time to burn | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | |||||