Liaoning Weather in May

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

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Shenyang Dalian Panjin Anshan

Planning a getaway to Liaoning, 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 Liaoning in May

Liaoning, China is a region in China. May in Liaoning generally has temperatures that range from mild to warm, with moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is mild in Dalian at 17°C (63°F) to warm in Shenyang at 25°C (77°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 12°C (54°F) in Shenyang and 13°C (55°F) in Dalian.

For specific regional insights in Liaoning, China, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Xingcheng with an average of 48 mm (1.9 in) to moderate rainfall in Shenyang with 66 mm (2.6 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Shenyang typically receives 267 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Liaoning by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Liaoning - and find the best time to visit. (based on Shenyang)

January-4°C (25°F) February1°C (34°F) March9°C (48°F) April18°C (64°F) May25°C (77°F) June29°C (84°F) July31°C (88°F) This monthAugust30°C (86°F) September26°C (79°F) October18°C (64°F) November7°C (45°F) December-1°C (30°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Liaoning in May

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

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 Liaoning

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

Temperature range in Liaoning (May)

Precipitation variation in Liaoning (May)

Shenyang

In May Shenyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
4°C (39°F)
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
241 hours
267 hours
247 hours
Monthly rainfall
49 mm (1.9 in)
66 mm (2.6 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
10 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
very good
Climate in Shenyang →

Dalian

In May Dalian generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 17°C (63°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
11°C (52°F)
17°C (63°F)
22°C (72°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
281 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
39 mm (1.5 in)
61 mm (2.4 in)
85 mm (3.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
good
excellent
Climate in Dalian →

Panjin

In May Panjin generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
60 mm (2.4 in)
94 mm (3.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
8 days
11 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
excellent
Climate in Panjin →

Anshan

In May Anshan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are excellent that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
18°C (64°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
48 mm (1.9 in)
65 mm (2.6 in)
105 mm (4.1 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
9 days
12 days
Weather conditions
very good
excellent
very good
Climate in Anshan →

Dalianwan

In May Dalianwan generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are very good that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
12°C (54°F)
18°C (64°F)
23°C (73°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly sun hours
257 hours
281 hours
275 hours
Monthly rainfall
40 mm (1.6 in)
62 mm (2.4 in)
88 mm (3.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
very good
excellent
Climate in Dalianwan →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Shenyang 25°C (77°F) 12°C (54°F) 66 mm (2.6 in)
Dalian 17°C (63°F) 13°C (55°F) 61 mm (2.4 in)
Panjin 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 60 mm (2.4 in)
Anshan 25°C (77°F) 13°C (55°F) 65 mm (2.6 in)
Dalianwan 18°C (64°F) 13°C (55°F) 62 mm (2.4 in)
Xingcheng 21°C (70°F) 13°C (55°F) 48 mm (1.9 in)

Liaoning weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Liaoning, China typically experiences excellent weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Shenyang average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 12°C (54°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Liaoning, China during May range from a nighttime low near 12°C (54°F) to a daytime high around 25°C (77°F) in Shenyang.

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

Not particularly. Shenyang averages just 66 mm (2.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Liaoning, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Liaoning, China?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Liaoning, China with overall excellent weather in Shenyang. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Liaoning, China is in May and September with generally excellent weather in Shenyang. In contrast, January, February, July, August, November and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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