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Deqen Weather in May
Deqen in May sees moderate daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 128 mm (5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.
Rainfall in Deqen in May
Rain is expected on roughly 14 days, totalling around 128 mm (5 in) for the month. The rain this month tends to fall in heavier spells rather than light drizzle. When it rains, showers can be significant.
Temperature in Deqen in May
May in Deqen sees highs of 12°C (54°F) and lows of 3°C (37°F) overnight. This creates a mild day-to-night pattern that is generally easy to manage with the right clothing. Nights drop to 3°C (37°F). Cold nights like these are actually great for sleeping well, as long as you have a warm enough duvet.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Deqen. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.
Deqen Temperature in May
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
45%
Precipitation
128 mm (5 in)
Rainy days
14 days
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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 Deqen in May
Pack for changing conditions in Deqen in May. Bring a mix of short and long sleeves, a warm layer like a hoodie or light jacket, and comfortable pants. The key is being able to add or remove layers as the days goes by. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Deqen in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
Deqen 3-Day Forecast
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