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Weather in China in May

Weather in China, May
In May, China sees average highs of 27.4°C (81°F) and lows of 14.8°C (59°F), with around 40 mm of rain. It is one of the best months to visit.

China — May

China May
Daytime high
27.4°C (81°F)
Overnight low
14.8°C (59°F)
Rainfall
40 mm
Best-time rank
Recommended month

How May compares

China, May vs. the annual average (2025)
This month27.4°C (81°F) / 14.8°C (59°F) · 40 mm
Yearly average18.8°C (66°F) / 8.3°C (47°F) · 59 mm

May in China runs 8.6°C (15.5°F) warmer than the yearly average, and is drier than the yearly average. Pack layers you can adjust through the day — mild conditions.

Common questions

What is the weather like in China in May?

Average highs of 27.4°C (81°F) and lows of 14.8°C (59°F), with around 40 mm of rain.

Is May a good time to visit China?

Yes — May is one of the more comfortable months in China, based on temperature and rainfall.

Updated climate normals, 2025