Qinghai Weather in May

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

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Xining Golmud

Are you planning a trip a to Qinghai, China in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Qinghai in May

Qinghai, China is a region in China. May in Qinghai generally has mild temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.

Temperatures

You can expect mild maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C (64°F) and nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) in Xining.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Golmud with an average of 15 mm (0.6 in) to moderate rainfall in Xining with 69 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Xining enjoys about 246 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

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Best Places to Visit in Qinghai 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 Qinghai

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

Temperature range in Qinghai (May)

Precipitation variation in Qinghai (May)

Xining

In May Xining generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C (39°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
20°C (68°F)
Min temperature
-1°C (30°F)
4°C (39°F)
8°C (46°F)
Monthly sun hours
214 hours
246 hours
243 hours
Monthly rainfall
41 mm (1.6 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
86 mm (3.4 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
11 days
13 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
pleasant
perfect
Climate in Xining →

Golmud

In May Golmud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C (64°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C (41°F) and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
14°C (57°F)
18°C (64°F)
21°C (70°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
5°C (41°F)
10°C (50°F)
Monthly rainfall
8 mm (0.3 in)
15 mm (0.6 in)
23 mm (0.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
2 days
4 days
6 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Golmud →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xining 18°C (64°F) 4°C (39°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Golmud 18°C (64°F) 5°C (41°F) 15 mm (0.6 in)

Qinghai weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Qinghai, China typically experiences pleasant weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xining average around 18°C (64°F), and temperatures drop to about 4°C (39°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Qinghai, China during May range from a nighttime low near 4°C (39°F) to a daytime high around 18°C (64°F) in Xining.

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

Not particularly. Xining averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Qinghai, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Qinghai, China?

In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Qinghai, China with overall pleasant weather in Xining. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.

On average, the best time to visit Qinghai, China is in June with generally perfect weather in Xining. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.

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