Shangyu weather in May (China)

Curious about the May weather in Shangyu? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Shangyu generally has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 28°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down, with temperatures gently dropping to a more temperate 18°C.

Shangyu in May usually receives heavy rainfall, averaging around 166 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 17 days of rain.

The area enjoys a balanced 158 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

Should you favor a climate that's both dry and comfortably warm October typically offers the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, June, July and August tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Shangyu climate page with graphs.

 

Shangyu, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 18°C  

Max Temperature 28°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 166 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 158 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine 37% *  

* Data from: Ningbo, China (66 KM, 41 Miles).

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in Shangyu in May?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

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

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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