Shaanxi Weather in May

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

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Planning a getaway to Shaanxi, 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 Shaanxi in May

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

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are warm and range from 24°C (75°F) in Baoji to 29°C (84°F) in Xi'an. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Xi'an and 12°C (54°F) in Baoji.

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

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Lintong with an average of 63 mm (2.5 in) to high rainfall in Shiquan with 101 mm (4 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is moderately available across various locations. In Xi'an, you can expect around 168 hours of sunlight in May, which gives a pleasant combination of sun and shade. For those who want maximum sunshine, our weather planner can point you toward the sunniest places on Earth.

Explore Shaanxi by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Shaanxi — and find the best time to visit. (based on Xi'an)

January7°C (45°F) February12°C (54°F) March18°C (64°F) April24°C (75°F) May29°C (84°F) This monthJune33°C (91°F) July34°C (93°F) August33°C (91°F) September27°C (81°F) October21°C (70°F) November15°C (59°F) December9°C (48°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Shaanxi in May

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

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 Shaanxi

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

Temperature range in Shaanxi (May)

Precipitation variation in Shaanxi (May)

Xi'an

In May Xi'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
168 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
47 mm (1.9 in)
69 mm (2.7 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Xi'an →

Xianyang

In May Xianyang generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
168 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
44 mm (1.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
92 mm (3.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Xianyang →

Chang'an

In May Chang'an generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 14°C (57°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
22°C (72°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
14°C (57°F)
19°C (66°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
168 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
61 mm (2.4 in)
90 mm (3.5 in)
119 mm (4.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
tolerable
Climate in Chang'an →

Lintong

In May Lintong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 29°C (84°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 16°C (61°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
24°C (75°F)
29°C (84°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly sun hours
143 hours
168 hours
180 hours
Monthly rainfall
45 mm (1.8 in)
63 mm (2.5 in)
81 mm (3.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
10 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Lintong →

Baoji

In May Baoji generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 12°C (54°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
20°C (68°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
7°C (45°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
62 mm (2.4 in)
91 mm (3.6 in)
115 mm (4.5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
11 days
11 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Baoji →

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Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Xi'an 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 69 mm (2.7 in)
Xianyang 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 67 mm (2.6 in)
Chang'an 26°C (79°F) 14°C (57°F) 90 mm (3.5 in)
Lintong 29°C (84°F) 16°C (61°F) 63 mm (2.5 in)
Baoji 24°C (75°F) 12°C (54°F) 91 mm (3.6 in)
Shiquan 25°C (77°F) 15°C (59°F) 101 mm (4 in)

Shaanxi weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Shaanxi, China typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Xi'an average around 29°C (84°F), and temperatures drop to about 16°C (61°F) at night.

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

Average temperatures in Shaanxi, China during May range from a nighttime low near 16°C (61°F) to a daytime high around 29°C (84°F) in Xi'an.

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

Not particularly. Xi'an averages just 69 mm (2.7 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Shaanxi, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Shaanxi, China?

We believe that May is one of the best times to visit Shaanxi, China with overall perfect weather in Xi'an.

On average, the best time to visit Shaanxi, China is in April, May and October with generally perfect weather in Xi'an. On the other hand, the months of July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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