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Chengdu weather in May (Sichuan, China)

Thinking of visiting Chengdu in May? Check the weather first! Wondering about the weather this month? Our guide has all the details you need.

Temperatures

The weather in Chengdu is usually perfect in May, featuring high temperatures and moderate rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures can rise to about 28°C. At night, they generally drop to 19°C.

Precipitation

Chengdu in May usually receives moderate rainfall, averaging around 75 mm for the month. Climate statistics over the past 30 years suggest around 16 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The city usually sees around 123 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a prime time to visit Chengdu. March, April, May, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chengdu, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 53%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 75 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 123 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 29%  

Where to go in China in May

Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel 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 this month?

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.

What To Do

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

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
8/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

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