Nanjing weather in May (Jiangsu, China)

Planning a trip to Nanjing 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, Nanjing generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 27°C. But by evening, they drop to around 17°C.

Nanjing in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 123 mm for the month. Rain is expected on roughly 11 days.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 194 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm April, September and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, June and July tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Nanjing, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 17°C  

Max Temperature 27°C  

Chance of Rain 38%  

Precipitation 123 mm  

Rainy days 11 days  

Humidity 71%  

Sunshine 194 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 Nanjing 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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