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Chongqing weather in May (Chongqing Area, China)

Is Chongqing a good destination in May, weather-wise? Is now the perfect time to visit? Find all the weather insights for this month on this page.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Chongqing includes high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 19°C.

Precipitation

Chongqing in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 168 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 18 days will see rain.

Average sunshine

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 TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 28°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 59%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 168 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 110 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 26%  

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. 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.

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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