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Sanming Weather in May

Thinking of visiting Sanming in May? Expect high temperatures reaching 29°C (84°F) during the day, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night. Heavy showers are common during the rainy season.

Rainfall in Sanming in May

As part of the rainy season, Sanming sees around 20 days of rain in May, with an average of 237 mm (9.3 in). Rain during the rainy season is significant rather than just light drizzle. Expect proper showers on most rainy days.

Temperature in Sanming in May

Daytime temperatures in Sanming reach 29°C (84°F) in May, dropping to 19°C (66°F) at night. The days can feel warmer than the evenings, so packing for both parts of the day is a good idea. With overnight lows of 19°C (66°F), evenings can feel noticeably cooler than the daytime. An extra layer is a good idea, though the cool air makes for a good night's sleep.

For Sanming itself, October and November generally stand out with the best circumstances. If you're seeking pleasant, dry and sunny weather somewhere else in the world, our weather planner can help you explore other options.

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Sanming Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 19°C (66°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 29°C (84°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 66%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 237 mm (9.3 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 20 days  

Best Places in China in May

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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).

What to Wear in Sanming in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can.

What To Do in Sanming in May

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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