The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Explore the Li River, China's breathtaking landscape with majestic mountains, serene waters, and picturesque views. A must-see for every traveler.
Cixi Weather in May
In Cixi, May brings high daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), with nights cooling to 18°C (64°F). Expect quite a bit of rainfall this month.
Rainfall in Cixi in May
Looking at the last 30 years, the data shows about 17 days with rain, averaging 153 mm (6 in) for the month. Wet weather is a regular and significant part of this month. Frequent days of rain combined with high totals means proper waterproofs are worth packing.
Temperature in Cixi in May
In May, Cixi gets high temperatures, with highs of 27°C (81°F). Nights cool to around 18°C (64°F). Conditions stay fairly consistent through the month, making it easier to plan what to wear. With overnight lows of 18°C (64°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.
Sunshine in Cixi in May
The month brings about 158 hours of sunlight, offering a comfortable mix of sun and overcast.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. October typically offers the best weather for Cixi.
Cixi Temperature in May
Min Temperature
18°C (64°F)
Max Temperature
27°C (81°F)
Chance of Rain
55%
Precipitation
153 mm (6 in)
Rainy days
17 days
Humidity
76% *
Sunshine
158 hours *
Percentage Sunshine
37% *
* Data from: Ningbo, China (44 KM, 27 Miles).
Cixi Weather by Month
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Cixi - and find the best time to visit.
Best Places in China in May
Find out more about the weather in China and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of China in May →
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).
What to Wear in Cixi in May
Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Sunglasses could come in handy during the sunnier parts of your trip.
What To Do in Cixi in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
-
Swimming7/10 -
Cycling7/10 -
Walking7/10 -
Camping6/10 -
Outdoor sports7/10
Cixi 3-Day Forecast
More climate data for Cixi
Temperature Rainfall Sunshine Humidity
See the full Cixi climate overview or explore weather in China.
Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
Bucket list
Need travel inspiration? Check out our bucket list articles and be inspired.
The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
Go to China's Zhangjiajie National Park with the highest, the fastest, largest-loaded outdoor elevator in the world
You won't find this unique landscape anywhere else in the world. Thousands of floating mountains overgrown with trees at the top dominate this fairy tale landscape.
Go to Xinjiang in China
In Xinjiang you get to see a mix of East and Central Asia. An experience that you might want to add to your bucket list. You can travel through the province as if you are following an ancient silk route.
Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.