China weather in May
Considering a trip to China this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in China in May?
In May, China experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from cold to very warm and precipitation levels ranging from almost none to heavy.
During the day the temperature is cold in Bomi at 6°C and very warm in Chengmai at 34°C. As night falls, temperatures generally drop to 25°C in Chengmai and -1°C in Bomi. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From almost no rainfall in Ejin with an average of 3.2 mm to heavy rainfall in Heping with 467 mm. Meanwhile, Beijing enjoys close to 270 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.
For a closer look at May's conditions in China, see the map below. For a more detailed look at China's yearly weather, check out our China climate page.
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Average weather in Beijing
In May Beijing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Shanghai
In May Shanghai generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Average weather in Guangzhou
In May Guangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Chengdu
In May Chengdu generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Xi'an
In May Xi'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit China?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit China with overall pleasant weather in Beijing. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Beijing. The weather in January and December, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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