Chongqing weather in May (Chongqing Area, China)

Planning a trip to Chongqing in 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, Chongqing typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

Chongqing in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 18 days of the month will see rainfall.

The city usually sees around 110 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 Chongqing. March, April, May, September, October and November typically offer the best circumstances. While January, June, July, August and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Chongqing, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 19°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 168 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 110 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 26%  

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.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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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 Chongqing 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

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