Nanchang weather in May (Jiangxi, China)

Planning a trip to Nanchang in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Nanchang generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 29°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 20°C.

Nanchang in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 248 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 18 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 163 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days October and November typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June and July tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Nanchang, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 20°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 58%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 248 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 18 days  
HumidityHumidity 78%  
SunshineSunshine 163 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 37%  

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.

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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 Nanchang 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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