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Nyingchi Weather in May
Nyingchi in May sees low temperatures, with highs around 9°C (48°F) and overnight lows of 1°C (34°F). Rainfall is fairly high at around 150 mm (5.9 in) on average, so pack waterproofs just in case.
Rainfall in Nyingchi in May
You can expect rain on around 12 days based on historical patterns, with 150 mm (5.9 in) average for the month. Individual showers can be quite heavy this month. A proper umbrella or rain jacket is worth having.
Temperature in Nyingchi in May
Nyingchi in May gets highs of 9°C (48°F) during the day and drops to 1°C (34°F) at night. Expect a cold feel throughout the day, not just in the mornings and evenings. Warm layers are essential. With lows around 1°C (34°F), nights are cold. The upside is that cool, crisp nights are often the best for a deep sleep.Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Nyingchi.
Nyingchi Temperature in May
Min Temperature
1°C (34°F)
Max Temperature
9°C (48°F)
Chance of Rain
41%
Precipitation
150 mm (5.9 in)
Rainy days
12 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 Nyingchi in May
Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Nyingchi in May. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
What To Do in Nyingchi in May
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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Cycling4/10 -
Walking4/10 -
Barbeque1/10 -
Camping3/10 -
Outdoor sports4/10
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