May Weather in Varanasi

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Varanasi, India, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 33°C (91°F). Highs can soar to 43°C (110°F), while lows may dip to 24°C (75°F). Typically, the humidity level in Varanasi throughout May hovers around 37%.

24°C (75°F)

Minimum temperature

33°C (91°F)

Average temperature

43°C (110°F)

Maximum temperature

37%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Varanasi averages 33 mm (1.3 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 4 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 22 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 11 hours 43 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 58% probability of sunny days during this period.

33 mm (1.3 inches)

Precipitation

4 rainy days

Rainy days

11 hours 43 minutes

Sunshine hours

58%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Varanasi reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 2 4 6 9 10 9 8 5 3 2 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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