May Rainfall and Precipitation in Qinghai

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Qinghai, China in May.

Qinghai, China, a region in China, experiences precipitation in May ranging from low in Golmud with 15 mm (0.6 in) of rainfall to moderate in Xining with 69 mm (2.7 in) of rainfall.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in May: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Qinghai precipitation in May: frequently asked questions

How much rainfall does Qinghai, China receive in May?

In May, Xining typically receives modest rainfall, around 69 mm (2.7 in), making this a relatively dry month.

How many days does it rain in Qinghai, China in May?

Rainfall in Xining typically falls on roughly 11 days days in May.

Is May part of the rainy season in Qinghai, China?

May is generally a drier month for Qinghai, China, falling outside the main rainy season.

What is the wettest city in May in Qinghai, China?

In our database, Xining stands out as having an average rainfall level of 69 mm (2.7 in), making it the wettest location.

What is the driest city in May in Qinghai, China?

Based on our database, Golmud sees the least rainfall in Qinghai, China in May, with around 15 mm (0.6 in) on average.

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