Fujian Weather in May

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

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Xiamen Fuzhou Wuyishan Quanzhou

Are you planning a trip a to Fujian, China in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Fujian in May

Fujian, China is a region in China. May in Fujian generally has temperatures that range from warm to very warm, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from warm in Wuyishan at 27°C (81°F) to very warm in Zhangzhou at 30°C (86°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 21°C (70°F) in Zhangzhou and 18°C (64°F) in Wuyishan.

For a closer look at conditions across Fujian, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Shishi with an average of 159 mm (6.3 in) to heavy rainfall in Wuyishan with 302 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine amounts are decent in most places. Xiamen gets approximately 135 hours of sunlight in May, offering a reasonable amount of both bright and cloudy periods. Curious about sunnier destinations? Our weather planner makes it easy to find places worldwide with pleasant weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Fujian in May

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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 Fujian

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

Temperature range in Fujian (May)

Precipitation variation in Fujian (May)

Xiamen

In May Xiamen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
25°C (77°F)
28°C (82°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
18°C (64°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
135 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
182 mm (7.2 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Xiamen →

Fuzhou

In May Fuzhou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 20°C (68°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
145 mm (5.7 in)
225 mm (8.9 in)
259 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Fuzhou →

Wuyishan

In May Wuyishan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
256 mm (10 in)
302 mm (12 in)
415 mm (16 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Wuyishan →

Quanzhou

In May Quanzhou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
135 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
103 mm (4.1 in)
171 mm (6.7 in)
224 mm (8.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
18 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
pleasant
poor
Climate in Quanzhou →

Zhangzhou

In May Zhangzhou generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 30°C (86°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
107 hours
135 hours
162 hours
Monthly rainfall
119 mm (4.7 in)
202 mm (8 in)
269 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
17 days
17 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Zhangzhou →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xiamen 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 182 mm (7.2 in)
Fuzhou 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 225 mm (8.9 in)
Wuyishan 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 302 mm (12 in)
Quanzhou 29°C (84°F) 22°C (72°F) 171 mm (6.7 in)
Zhangzhou 30°C (86°F) 21°C (70°F) 202 mm (8 in)
Jinjiang 28°C (82°F) 22°C (72°F) 165 mm (6.5 in)

Fujian weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Fujian, China in May?

Fujian, China typically experiences tolerable weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xiamen average around 28°C (82°F), and temperatures drop to about 22°C (72°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Fujian, China in May?

In Xiamen, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 22°C (72°F).

Does Fujian, China get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Xiamen records an average of 182 mm (7.2 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Fujian, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Fujian, China?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Fujian, China with overall tolerable weather in Xiamen. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in March, October, November and December offering mostly perfect weather in Xiamen. On the other hand, the weather in June and August tend to be poor.

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