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Kangding Weather in May
Kangding in May sees low daytime temperatures of 12°C (54°F) and nighttime lows of 3°C (37°F). As part of the rainy season, showers are frequent and often heavy. Budget around 195 mm (7.7 in) of rainfall for the month.
Rainfall in Kangding in May
As part of the rainy season, Kangding sees around 19 days of rain in May, with an average of 195 mm (7.7 in). With rain on many days and solid totals, showers are frequent and often moderately heavy. Waterproof gear is a sensible idea.
Temperature in Kangding in May
Daytime highs in Kangding in May reach 12°C (54°F), with nights around 3°C (37°F). Even at the warmest part of the day, temperatures stay low. Dressing warmly from the start is the sensible approach. With lows around 3°C (37°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.If you're planning additional trips, our weather planner can help you find destinations that match your weather preferences.
Kangding Temperature in May
Min Temperature
3°C (37°F)
Max Temperature
12°C (54°F)
Chance of Rain
64%
Precipitation
195 mm (7.7 in)
Rainy days
19 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 Kangding in May
Pack for changing conditions in Kangding 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. Heavy rain is guaranteed, please bring a good poncho and waterproof everything!
What To Do in Kangding in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque3/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports5/10
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