Ballygunge weather in May (India)

Will it be warm or cold in Ballygunge this May? Use this page to get an overview of the month’s weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Ballygunge includes extremely high temperatures and high rainfall. You can expect daytime temperatures to reach around 36°C, while the nights will see a decline to about 27°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Ballygunge in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 131 mm for the month. You can typically expect 6 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 227 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Ballygunge. January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Ballygunge climate page with graphs.

 

Ballygunge, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 27°C  

Max Temperature 36°C  

Water Temperature 28°C *  

Chance of Rain 21%  

Precipitation 131 mm  

Rainy days 6 days  

Humidity 67% *  

Windspeed 7 km/h *  

Sunshine 227 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Calcutta, India (15 KM, 9 Miles).

Where to go in India in May

Find out more about the weather in India and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case. With a water temperature of around 28°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming

9/10

Camping

7/10

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