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Mei Weather in May
May in Mei averages 25°C (77°F) during the day and 13°C (55°F) at night. Quite a bit of rainfall is typical this month, with around 98 mm (3.9 in) on average. An umbrella is a good idea.
Rainfall in Mei in May
Typically, about 10 days will experience rainfall, with an average of 98 mm (3.9 in) for the month. When it rains this month, it tends to come down fairly heavily. Showers can be substantial even if they don't last all day.
Temperature in Mei in May
Mei has excellent weather in May, with days reaching 25°C (77°F) and nights cooling to 13°C (55°F). The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 13°C (55°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.If you're inclined towards comfortable temperatures and drier conditions, May is a good time to visit Mei.
Mei Temperature in May
Min Temperature
13°C (55°F)
Max Temperature
25°C (77°F)
Chance of Rain
35%
Precipitation
98 mm (3.9 in)
Rainy days
10 days
Mei Weather by Month
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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 Mei in May
Pleasant temperatures in May mean you can pack light but flexibel pieces. Think cotton t-shirts, comfortable walking shorts, and one warmer layer for evenings. A light sweater or denim jacket works well. Prepare for significant rainfall with proper waterproof clothing and shoes.
What To Do in Mei in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling9/10 -
Walking9/10 -
Camping8/10 -
Outdoor sports9/10
Mei 3-Day Forecast
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Popular in May
Where to go in May - average daytime high across popular destinations.
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Go to China's Zhangjiajie National Park with the highest, the fastest, largest-loaded outdoor elevator in the world
You won't find this unique landscape anywhere else in the world. Thousands of floating mountains overgrown with trees at the top dominate this fairy tale landscape.
Go to Xinjiang in China
In Xinjiang you get to see a mix of East and Central Asia. An experience that you might want to add to your bucket list. You can travel through the province as if you are following an ancient silk route.
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.