Guizhou Weather in May

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

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Guiyang Zhenyuan Liping Xingyi

Planning a getaway to Guizhou, China this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Guizhou in May

Guizhou, China is a region in China. May in Guizhou generally has warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 22°C (72°F) in Bijie to 29°C (84°F) in Xingyi. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Xingyi and 13°C (55°F) in Bijie.

To explore the conditions in Guizhou, China in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Bijie with an average of 165 mm (6.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Liping with 282 mm (11 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Guiyang, you can expect around 108 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

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Best Places to Visit in Guizhou 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 Guizhou

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

Temperature range in Guizhou (May)

Precipitation variation in Guizhou (May)

Guiyang

In May Guiyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
24°C (75°F)
26°C (79°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
105 hours
108 hours
105 hours
Monthly rainfall
148 mm (5.8 in)
209 mm (8.2 in)
260 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
17 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
poor
Climate in Guiyang →

Zhenyuan

In May Zhenyuan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
17°C (63°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
192 mm (7.6 in)
228 mm (9 in)
248 mm (9.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
19 days
20 days
18 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Zhenyuan →

Liping

In May Liping generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
220 mm (8.7 in)
282 mm (11 in)
325 mm (13 in)
Monthly rainy days
20 days
19 days
18 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
Climate in Liping →

Xingyi

In May Xingyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 18°C (64°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
27°C (81°F)
29°C (84°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
91 mm (3.6 in)
175 mm (6.9 in)
296 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
18 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Xingyi →

Zunyi

In May Zunyi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
25°C (77°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly rainfall
169 mm (6.7 in)
230 mm (9.1 in)
255 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
20 days
19 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Zunyi →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Guiyang 24°C (75°F) 16°C (61°F) 209 mm (8.2 in)
Zhenyuan 26°C (79°F) 17°C (63°F) 228 mm (9 in)
Liping 26°C (79°F) 18°C (64°F) 282 mm (11 in)
Xingyi 29°C (84°F) 18°C (64°F) 175 mm (6.9 in)
Zunyi 25°C (77°F) 16°C (61°F) 230 mm (9.1 in)
Kaili 25°C (77°F) 17°C (63°F) 213 mm (8.4 in)

Guizhou weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Expect unpleasant weather across Guizhou, China in May. The popular destination of Guiyang averages 24°C (75°F) by day and 16°C (61°F) at night during this month.

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

In Guiyang, the average daytime high in May is 24°C (75°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 16°C (61°F).

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

Expect plenty of rainfall. Guiyang records an average of 209 mm (8.2 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Guizhou, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Guizhou, China?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Guizhou, China due to the typically unpleasant weather in Guiyang.

Generally speaking, April, August, September and October provide pleasant weather in Guiyang. The weather in January and June, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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