Urumqi weather in May (Xinjiang, China)
How is the weather in Urumqi in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.
In Urumqi the weather in May is generally perfect, characterized by high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 25°C. But by evening, they drop to around 12°C.
Urumqi in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 41 mm for the month. With this being the wettest month, keeping an umbrella on hand might save you from getting wet from a sudden shower. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 5 days of rain are anticipated.
The city usually sees around 297 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.
So this is a great month to visit if you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures. May, June and September typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, January, February, November and December tend to have less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Urumqi climate page with graphs.
Urumqi, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
12°C
Max Temperature
25°C
Chance of Rain
16%
Precipitation
41 mm
Rainy days
5 days
Humidity
44%
Windspeed
11 km/h
Sunshine
297 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in China in May
Find out more about the weather in China in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in Urumqi in May?
For visitors traveling to Urumqi, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do in May.
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