Weather in May in Beijing Area
Are you planning a trip a to Beijing Area in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Beijing Area in May?
Beijing Area 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 to very warm in Tongzhou at 30°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C in Tongzhou and 10°C 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.
Precipitation
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Tianzhu with an average of 37 mm to moderate rainfall in Yanqing with 47 mm.Average sunshine
The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 270 hours of sunshine in Beijing. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.For a closer look at May's conditions in Beijing Area, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Beijing Area's yearly weather, check out our Beijing Area climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Beijing Area?
Beijing
In May Beijing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Miyun
In May Miyun generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Huairou
In May Huairou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Yanqing
In May Yanqing generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Tongzhou
In May Tongzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Beijing Area?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Beijing Area with overall pleasant weather in Beijing.
On average, the best time to visit Beijing Area is in April, September and October with generally perfect weather in Beijing. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.
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