Zhoushan weather in May (Zhejiang, China)

Looking to travel to Zhoushan in May? Wondering if it's an optimal time for a visit? This page provides detailed information on the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Zhoushan generally has high temperatures and high rainfall. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 22°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.

Zhoushan in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. Based on our climate data of the past 30 years, about 17 days of rain are anticipated.

The area enjoys a balanced 171 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, October typically offers the best circumstances. While January, February, March and June tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Zhoushan, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 18°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 22°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 56%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 80%  
SunshineSunshine 171 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40%  

Where to go in China in May

Find out more about the weather in China in May and which places have the best weather 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 Zhoushan in May?

For visitors traveling to Zhoushan, we recommend wearing layers. So maybe a skirt, t-shirt, shorts for during the day and jeans and a warm jacket for some days and evenings. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay. Plan on layering your clothes.

What To Do

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

Swimming
6/10
Cycling
9/10
Walking
9/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
9/10

Interested in more climate information?

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