Hangzhou weather in May (Zhejiang, China)

How is the weather in Hangzhou in May? 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, Hangzhou generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 28°C. But by evening, they drop to around 18°C.

Hangzhou in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 163 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 16 days.

The area enjoys a balanced 166 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers the best circumstances. While January, June and July tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Hangzhou, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 54%  

Precipitation 163 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 74%  

Sunshine 166 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

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 Hangzhou 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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