Hubei Weather in May

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

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Wuhan Enshi Yichang Huangshi

Planning a journey to Hubei, 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 Hubei in May

Hubei, China is a region in China. May in Hubei generally has warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Enshi to 28°C (82°F) in Xiangyang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 18°C (64°F) in Xiangyang and 15°C (59°F) in Enshi.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Shiyan with an average of 88 mm (3.5 in) to heavy rainfall in Xianfeng with 244 mm (9.6 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine levels are moderate in most locations. Wuhan typically sees 182 hours of sunlight, creating comfortable conditions that aren't too bright or too dim. Looking for something sunnier? Our weather planner helps you discover destinations with more reliable sunshine.

Explore Hubei by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Hubei — and find the best time to visit. (based on Wuhan)

January9°C (48°F) February12°C (54°F) March17°C (63°F) April23°C (73°F) May28°C (82°F) This monthJune31°C (88°F) July34°C (93°F) August34°C (93°F) September30°C (86°F) October24°C (75°F) November18°C (64°F) December12°C (54°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Hubei in May

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

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 Hubei

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

Temperature range in Hubei (May)

Precipitation variation in Hubei (May)

Wuhan

In May Wuhan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 19°C (66°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
182 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
166 mm (6.5 in)
195 mm (7.7 in)
280 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
12 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Wuhan →

Enshi

In May Enshi generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 15°C (59°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are unpleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
27°C (81°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
15°C (59°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
106 hours
123 hours
124 hours
Monthly rainfall
175 mm (6.9 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
254 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
18 days
18 days
16 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
unpleasant
unpleasant
Climate in Enshi →

Yichang

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

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
27°C (81°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Monthly sun hours
135 hours
156 hours
154 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
208 mm (8.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
15 days
14 days
14 days
Weather conditions
perfect
pleasant
poor
Climate in Yichang →

Huangshi

In May Huangshi 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 tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
176 mm (6.9 in)
191 mm (7.5 in)
287 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
15 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Huangshi →

Huangzhou

In May Huangzhou 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 tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
31°C (88°F)
Min temperature
14°C (57°F)
20°C (68°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly sun hours
155 hours
182 hours
171 hours
Monthly rainfall
170 mm (6.7 in)
186 mm (7.3 in)
278 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
16 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
tolerable
poor
Climate in Huangzhou →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Wuhan 28°C (82°F) 19°C (66°F) 195 mm (7.7 in)
Enshi 24°C (75°F) 15°C (59°F) 208 mm (8.2 in)
Yichang 27°C (81°F) 18°C (64°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Huangshi 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 191 mm (7.5 in)
Huangzhou 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 186 mm (7.3 in)
Liufangling 28°C (82°F) 20°C (68°F) 193 mm (7.6 in)

Hubei weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

In May, Hubei, China generally has tolerable weather conditions. Wuhan sees daytime temperatures near 28°C (82°F), with nights cooling to roughly 19°C (66°F).

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

In Wuhan, the average daytime high in May is 28°C (82°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 19°C (66°F).

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

Yes. May brings heavy rainfall to Hubei, China, with Wuhan averaging around 195 mm (7.7 in). Expect frequent showers and pack accordingly.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Hubei, China?

Given the typically tolerable weather conditions in Wuhan, May might be a good time to visit Hubei, China. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Hubei, China is in October with generally perfect weather in Wuhan. The weather in January, June, July and August, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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