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Zhangzhou weather in May (Fujian, China)

How does the weather in Zhangzhou usually fare in May? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

The typical weather for May in Zhangzhou includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. As the day progresses, temperatures can peak at 30°C. Luckily at nightfall, they typically drop to 21°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Zhangzhou in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 202 mm for the month. Analyzing past climate data, one can expect approximately 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 135 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Zhangzhou. January, February, March, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While May, June, July and August tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Zhangzhou, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 21°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 202 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 82% *  
SunshineSunshine 135 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 32% *  
Data from: Xiamen, China (42 KM, 26 Miles).

Where to go in China in May

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

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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
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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