Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Rishikesh, India, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 28°C (82°F). Highs can soar to 38°C (101°F), while lows may dip to 17°C (63°F). Typically, the humidity level in Rishikesh throughout May hovers around 34%.
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In May, Rishikesh averages 46 mm (1.8 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 11 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 39 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 12 hours 3 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 61% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Rishikesh reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, 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 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 9 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | Extreme | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 10 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||