Gansu weather in May
Considering a trip to Gansu this May and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Gansu in May?
Gansu is a region in China. Gansu offers a broad spectrum of weather patterns. In May, one might encounter temperatures that range from moderate to warm, and precipitation levels ranging from low to high.
Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is moderate in Xiahe at 12°C to warm in Dunhuang at 28°C. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 13°C in Dunhuang and -0°C in Xiahe.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Dunhuang with an average of 6 mm to high rainfall in Xiahe with 110 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 246 hours of sunshine in Lanzhou. 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 Gansu, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Gansu's yearly weather, check out our Gansu climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Gansu?
Average weather in Lanzhou
In May Lanzhou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 10°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Dunhuang
In May Dunhuang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Zhangye
In May Zhangye generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 8°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Jiayuguan
In May Jiayuguan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 23°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Average weather in Pingliang
In May Pingliang generally has pleasant temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 22°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Gansu?
We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Gansu. Typically, the climate in Lanzhou is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, June, July, August and September offering mostly perfect weather in Lanzhou. On the other hand, the months of January and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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