Guangzhou weather in May (Guangdong, China)

Curious about the May weather in Guangzhou? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Guangzhou typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 31°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 24°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Guangzhou in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 316 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 18 days.

The area enjoys a balanced 106 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Guangzhou. January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Guangzhou, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 24°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 61%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 316 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 106 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage 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.

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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 Guangzhou 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

Interested in more climate information?

Weather and Climate provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Guangzhou.

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