Guilin weather in May (Guangxi, China)

Curious about the May weather in Guilin? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Guilin typically experiences high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 21°C.

Guilin in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 360 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 19 days of rain are anticipated.

The city usually sees around 109 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

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

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

 

Guilin, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 21°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 63%  

Precipitation 360 mm  

Rainy days 19 days  

Humidity 79%  

Sunshine 109 hours  

Percentage Sunshine 27%  

Where to go in China in May

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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 Guilin 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

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