Arcot in May
5.3out of 10
Not the best time
Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C. Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days.
38°CAvg high
27°CAvg low
10Rainy days (58 mm)
12:36 hDaylight
05:51Sunrise · 18:27 Sunset
Why this score
- Very hot: daytime highs around 38°C
- Frequent rain: about 10 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.3 days)
What to wear and pack
- Light, breathable clothing
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.3 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29°C | 18°C | 10 mm | 3 | – | – | 8.7 |
| February | 32°C | 20°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 8.2 |
| March | 35°C | 22°C | 11 mm | 2 | – | – | 7.3 |
| April | 37°C | 25°C | 22 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.5 |
| May | 38°C | 27°C | 58 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.3 |
| June | 36°C | 27°C | 90 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.2 |
| July | 35°C | 26°C | 94 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.5 |
| August | 34°C | 25°C | 107 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 33°C | 25°C | 135 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.4 |
| October | 31°C | 23°C | 171 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.6 |
| November | 29°C | 21°C | 138 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.9 |
| December | 28°C | 19°C | 71 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Arcot in May?
Daytime highs average 38°C and nights about 27°C.
When is the best time to visit Arcot?
The best months are January, February, December.