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Altay Weather in May

Altay in May averages 21°C (70°F) during the day and 7°C (45°F) at night. Some rainfall is typical for this time of year.

Rainfall in Altay in May

Records from the past 30 years suggest around 7 days of rain, with 24 mm (0.9 in) average for the month. The occasional light shower is possible, but rain is rarely an issue this month.

Temperature in Altay in May

Altay has perfect weather in May, with days reaching 21°C (70°F) and nights cooling to 7°C (45°F). Conditions are often most pleasant around the middle of the day. At 7°C (45°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.

Sunshine in Altay in May

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 324 hours of sunshine. This makes it a pleasant time to visit Altay.

Wind Speed in Altay in May

Wind speeds average 3 m/s (6 knots) during May. At this speed, light breezes keep leaves and small twigs in gentle motion while the wind also provides natural cooling. Since this is an average, some days are more tranquil while others have more persistent light winds that are more noticeable.

So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures.

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Altay Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 7°C (45°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 21°C (70°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 22%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 24 mm (0.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 39%  
WindspeedWindspeed 3 m/s (6 knots)  
SunshineSunshine 324 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in China in May

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Altay in May

Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Pack a light rain jacket or compact umbrella for occasional showers. You'll definitely want to pack sunglasses and sunscreen. There will be plenty of bright sunshine this month.

What To Do in Altay in May

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

Cycling
10/10
Walking
10/10
Barbeque
9/10
Camping
5/10
Outdoor sports
10/10

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