Shanhai weather in May (Taiwan)

What weather conditions can you expect in Shanhai this May? Here’s a detailed forecast of the month’s weather patterns.

Temperatures

In May, Shanhai usually has high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 29°C, while nights can cool down to about 26°C.

Precipitation

Shanhai in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 188 mm for the month. Typically, you can expect about 15 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

There are approximately 195 hours of sunshine this month, meaning plenty of sunny days and a vibrant atmosphere.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures January, February, March, April, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Shanhai, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 26°C  

Max Temperature 29°C  

Chance of Rain 48%  

Precipitation 188 mm  

Rainy days 15 days  

Humidity 79% *  

Sunshine 195 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Kenting, Taiwan (9 KM, 6 Miles).

Where to go in Taiwan in May

Find out more about the weather in Taiwan and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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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 this month?

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

7/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Shanhai.

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