Dongguan weather in May (Guangdong, China)

Curious about the May weather in Dongguan? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Dongguan generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Dongguan in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 309 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Dongguan. January, February, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Dongguan, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 58%  

Precipitation 309 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 81%  

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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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 Dongguan 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.

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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