Shanxi Weather in May

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

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Taiyuan Pingyao Datong Linfen

Planning a getaway to Shanxi, 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 Shanxi in May

Shanxi, China is a region in China. In May, Shanxi experiences a range of weather conditions, with temperatures that range from pleasant to warm and moderate precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum daytime temperatures vary from pleasant in Taihuai at 19°C (66°F) to warm in Yuncheng at 28°C (82°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 16°C (61°F) in Yuncheng and 7°C (45°F) in Taihuai.

For a closer look at conditions across Shanxi, China, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate rainfall in Pingyao with an average of 38 mm (1.5 in) to moderate rainfall in Taihuai with 68 mm (2.7 in).

Average sunshine

Most destinations offer generous amounts of sunshine this May. For example, Taiyuan gets approximately 267 hours of sunlight, perfect for anyone wanting bright, sunny days.

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Best Places to Visit in Shanxi 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 Shanxi

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

Temperature range in Shanxi (May)

Precipitation variation in Shanxi (May)

Taiyuan

In May Taiyuan generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 11°C (52°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
19°C (66°F)
25°C (77°F)
29°C (84°F)
Min temperature
5°C (41°F)
11°C (52°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly sun hours
228 hours
267 hours
251 hours
Monthly rainfall
34 mm (1.3 in)
40 mm (1.6 in)
68 mm (2.7 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
6 days
10 days
Weather conditions
pleasant
perfect
perfect
Climate in Taiyuan →

Pingyao

In May Pingyao generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°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)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
12°C (54°F)
16°C (61°F)
Monthly rainfall
35 mm (1.4 in)
38 mm (1.5 in)
57 mm (2.2 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Pingyao →

Datong

In May Datong generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 24°C (75°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 9°C (48°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
24°C (75°F)
28°C (82°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
9°C (48°F)
14°C (57°F)
Monthly rainfall
31 mm (1.2 in)
42 mm (1.7 in)
67 mm (2.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
6 days
7 days
10 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
perfect
perfect
Climate in Datong →

Linfen

In May Linfen generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 26°C (79°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 13°C (55°F) and moderate monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are perfect that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
21°C (70°F)
26°C (79°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
8°C (46°F)
13°C (55°F)
18°C (64°F)
Monthly rainfall
46 mm (1.8 in)
47 mm (1.9 in)
73 mm (2.9 in)
Monthly rainy days
7 days
7 days
8 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Linfen →

Yuncheng

In May Yuncheng generally has high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 28°C (82°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
23°C (73°F)
28°C (82°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
10°C (50°F)
16°C (61°F)
20°C (68°F)
Monthly rainfall
38 mm (1.5 in)
44 mm (1.7 in)
59 mm (2.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
8 days
9 days
9 days
Weather conditions
perfect
perfect
pleasant
Climate in Yuncheng →

Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at all destinations in Shanxi, in China.

Popular cities in May

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

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Taiyuan 25°C (77°F) 11°C (52°F) 40 mm (1.6 in)
Pingyao 26°C (79°F) 12°C (54°F) 38 mm (1.5 in)
Datong 24°C (75°F) 9°C (48°F) 42 mm (1.7 in)
Linfen 26°C (79°F) 13°C (55°F) 47 mm (1.9 in)
Yuncheng 28°C (82°F) 16°C (61°F) 44 mm (1.7 in)
Yangquan 24°C (75°F) 11°C (52°F) 46 mm (1.8 in)

Shanxi weather in May: frequently asked questions

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

Shanxi, China typically experiences perfect weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Taiyuan average around 25°C (77°F), and temperatures drop to about 11°C (52°F) at night.

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

In Taiyuan, the average daytime high in May is 25°C (77°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 11°C (52°F).

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

Not particularly. Taiyuan averages just 40 mm (1.6 in) of rain in May, making it a mostly dry month for Shanxi, China.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Shanxi, China?

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

On average, the best time to visit Shanxi, China is in May, June and September with generally perfect weather in Taiyuan. On the other hand, the weather in January and December tend to be poor.

Interested in more climate information?

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