Henan Weather in May

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

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Zhengzhou Luoyang Kaifeng Dengfeng

Planning a journey to Henan, China this May and curious over the weather conditions to await? Your essential details are found on this page, answering your query:

What to Expect in Henan in May

Henan, China is a region in China. May in Henan generally has warm temperatures, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) in Zhengzhou.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Anyang with an average of 44 mm (1.7 in) to moderate rainfall in Zhumadian with 92 mm (3.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Zhengzhou typically receives 237 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Henan in May

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

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 Henan

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

Temperature range in Henan (May)

Precipitation variation in Henan (May)

Zhengzhou

In May Zhengzhou generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
237 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Zhengzhou →

Luoyang

In May Luoyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
79 mm (3.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
8 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Luoyang →

Kaifeng

In May Kaifeng generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 17°C (63°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
237 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
56 mm (2.2 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Kaifeng →

Dengfeng

In May Dengfeng generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 27°C (81°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
27°C (81°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
205 hours
237 hours
228 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
72 mm (2.8 in)
106 mm (4.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Dengfeng →

Anyang

In May Anyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly rainfall
33 mm (1.3 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
64 mm (2.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
6 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Anyang →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Zhengzhou 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Luoyang 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Kaifeng 29°C (84°F) 17°C (63°F) 56 mm (2.2 in)
Dengfeng 27°C (81°F) 16°C (61°F) 72 mm (2.8 in)
Anyang 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Jiaozuo 28°C (82°F) 15°C (59°F) 54 mm (2.1 in)

Henan weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

May in Henan, China brings perfect weather. In Zhengzhou, daytime temperatures are typically around 29°C (84°F) and nighttime lows hover near 17°C (63°F).

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

Average temperatures in Henan, China during May range from a nighttime low near 17°C (63°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Zhengzhou.

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

Rain is generally moderate to light in Henan, China during May, with Zhengzhou averaging close to 60 mm (2.4 in).

Is May a Good Time to Visit Henan, China?

We consider May to be one of the best times to travel to Henan, China. Typically, the climate in Zhengzhou is perfect. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

Generally speaking, the best visiting conditions can be found in April, May, September and October offering mostly perfect weather in Zhengzhou. On the other hand, the month of July tends to have poor weather conditions.

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