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Luding Weather in May
May in Luding brings moderate temperatures, with highs of 14°C (57°F) and nights dropping to 6°C (43°F). The rainy season is in full swing this month, so frequent downpours are part of the picture.
Rainfall in Luding in May
As part of the rainy season, Luding sees around 18 days of rain in May, with an average of 345 mm (14 in). The rain this month falls heavily when it arrives, so waterproofs are worth keeping handy.
Temperature in Luding in May
If you're visiting Luding in May, expect highs of 14°C (57°F) and overnight lows around 6°C (43°F). A light jacket or extra layer can be useful, especially outside the warmest hours of the day. At 6°C (43°F) overnight, it gets properly cold after dark. On the bright side, cold nights tend to make for excellent sleeping conditions.If you're interested in exploring other destinations, our weather planner can help you discover additional travel options worldwide.
Luding Temperature in May
Min Temperature
6°C (43°F)
Max Temperature
14°C (57°F)
Chance of Rain
60%
Precipitation
345 mm (14 in)
Rainy days
18 days
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Best Places in China in May
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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 Luding in May
The weather can be unpredictable in May, so pack clothes you can easily mix and match. You could bring jeans, other long pants, and a few t-shirts. A light jacket or light sweater will be pleasant for the cooler moments. Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.
What To Do in Luding in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling5/10 -
Walking5/10 -
Barbeque4/10 -
Camping3/10
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The Li River: A Journey Through China’s Most Breathtaking Landscape
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Go to Xinjiang in China
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Mount Kailash
The best time for a Kailash tour/trekking is from mid-May to mid-October when the temperature is most pleasant. It is warm, dry and sunny in that period.