Qinghai weather in May
Planning a getaway to Qinghai 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 is the weather like in Qinghai in May?
Qinghai is a region in China. May in Qinghai generally has moderate temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate.
You can expect moderate maximum daytime temperatures of around 18°C and nighttime temperatures around 4°C in Xining.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From low rainfall in Golmud with an average of 15 mm to moderate rainfall in Xining with 69 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 246 hours of sunshine in Xining. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For a closer look at May's conditions in Qinghai, see the map below. For a more detailed look at Qinghai's yearly weather, check out our Qinghai climate page.
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What is the weather like in May for the 2 most popular destinations in Qinghai?
Xining
In May Xining generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 4°C and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are pleasant that month.
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Golmud
In May Golmud generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 18°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 5°C and low monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Qinghai?
In our opinion, May is a good time to visit Qinghai with overall pleasant weather in Xining. However, the weather conditions may vary depending on your destination.
On average, the best time to visit Qinghai 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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