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Beijing Area Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Beijing Area, China in May.

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Beijing Miyun Huairou Yanqing

Planning a trip to Beijing Area, China this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Beijing Area in May

Beijing Area, China is a region in China. May in Beijing Area generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average highest temperatures fluctuate between warm in Yanqing at 24°C (75°F) to very warm in Tongzhou at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Tongzhou and 10°C (50°F) in Yanqing. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.

To learn more about the conditions in specific areas of Beijing Area, China, check out the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tianzhu with an average of 37 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Yanqing with 47 mm (1.9 in).

Average sunshine

May brings good sunshine to many areas. Beijing sees around 270 hours of sunlight, great for visitors looking for bright days.

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Best Places to Visit in Beijing Area in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Beijing Area.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Beijing Area

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Beijing Area, China?

Temperature range in Beijing Area (May)

Precipitation variation in Beijing Area (May)

Beijing

In May Beijing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
30°C (86°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
270 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
pleasant
Climate in Beijing →

Miyun

In May Miyun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
270 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
98 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Miyun →

Huairou

In May Huairou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
270 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
25 mm (1 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
99 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Huairou →

Yanqing

In May Yanqing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C (50°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
270 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
30 mm (1.2 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
100 mm (3.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
11 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Yanqing →

Tongzhou

In May Tongzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
30°C (86°F)
34°C (93°F)
Min temperature
9°C (48°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
240 hours
270 hours
220 hours
Monthly rainfall
22 mm (0.9 in)
39 mm (1.5 in)
87 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
5 days
6 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
tolerable
Climate in Tongzhou →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Beijing Area in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Beijing 30°C (86°F) 15°C (59°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Miyun 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Huairou 28°C (82°F) 14°C (57°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Yanqing 24°C (75°F) 10°C (50°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Tongzhou 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 39 mm (1.5 in)
Daxing 30°C (86°F) 16°C (61°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)

Beijing Area weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Beijing Area, China in May?

Beijing Area, China typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Beijing average around 30°C (86°F), and temperatures drop to about 15°C (59°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Beijing Area, China in May?

Average temperatures in Beijing Area, China during May range from a nighttime low near 15°C (59°F) to a daytime high around 30°C (86°F) in Beijing.

Does Beijing Area, China get a lot of rain in May?

Not particularly. Beijing averages just 38 mm (1.5 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Beijing Area, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Beijing Area, China?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Beijing Area, China with overall pleasant weather in Beijing.

On average, the best time to visit Beijing Area, China is in April, September and October with generally perfect weather in Beijing. On the other hand, the weather in January and July tend to be poor.

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