Changsha weather in May (Hunan, China)

What can you expect from the weather in Changsha during May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Changsha typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 28°C, while nights can cool down to about 20°C.

Changsha in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 276 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 17 days.

The city usually sees around 122 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Changsha. October generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February, May, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Changsha, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 276 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 79%  
SunshineSunshine 122 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 29%  

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.

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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 Changsha in May?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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