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May is a fair month in Caoping

Climate Overview

Caoping, China in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls on about 15 days this month, totalling around 102 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 15°C (59°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 102 mm across the month.

Expect around 9.1h of sunshine at the start of May, decreasing to 8.3h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 18th, averaging 16.4°C (62°F).

Compared to April, this month is about 4°C warmer with 1 more rainy days. Temperatures will rise further into June.

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Monthly May Averages

Temperature
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
14°C / 3°C
Rain
15 days · 102 mm
Sunshine
8.8h / day
Humidity
70% — Humid
Wind
9 km/h
Wind Direction
ESE (121°)
Gusts
34 km/h
Daylight
13.9 h
Cloud Cover
74%
Clear Sky Days
1
UV Index
7.1 — Very High
Dew Point
5°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%
Snow Days
1 days · 1.2 cm
Frost Days
1 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

0h 3h 6h 9h 12h 151015202531
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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 06:02
Daylight 13.9h
Sunset 19:55

What to Expect

Keep afternoons flexible as tropical showers are common — they typically clear within an hour.

Wet weather can spread across much of the day, so it is best to keep outdoor plans flexible.

1 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
-1°C / -11°C
Feels Like
-5°C / -15°C
Rain
5days (14 mm) Good
Sun
8.1h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
4.1 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
February
Poor
Temp
0°C / -10°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -14°C
Rain
7days (24 mm) Good
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
5 Moderate
Snow Days
13days
March
Poor
Temp
7°C / -4°C
Feels Like
4°C / -7°C
Rain
12days (47 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.2 High
Snow Days
11days
April
Poor
Temp
12°C / 1°C
Feels Like
10°C / -2°C
Rain
14days (74 mm) Wet
Sun
8.4h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
6.9 High
Snow Days
4days
May
Fair
Temp
15°C / 6°C
Feels Like
14°C / 3°C
Rain
15days (102 mm) Wet
Sun
8.8h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
Snow Days
1days
June best
Good
Temp
18°C / 9°C
Feels Like
18°C / 8°C
Rain
15days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
9.3h Good
Humidity
72% Muggy
UV
7.2 Very High
July best
Good
Temp
21°C / 13°C
Feels Like
21°C / 12°C
Rain
16days (145 mm) Wet
Sun
8.9h Good
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
6.8 High
August best
Good
Temp
20°C / 12°C
Feels Like
21°C / 12°C
Rain
15days (118 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
6.6 High
September best
Fair
Temp
16°C / 9°C
Feels Like
15°C / 8°C
Rain
17days (117 mm) Wet
Sun
5.8h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
5.2 High
October
Poor
Temp
10°C / 3°C
Feels Like
8°C / 1°C
Rain
16days (84 mm) Wet
Sun
4.9h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
3.7 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
November
Poor
Temp
6°C / -3°C
Feels Like
3°C / -7°C
Rain
7days (26 mm) Good
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
7days
December
Poor
Temp
1°C / -8°C
Feels Like
-3°C / -12°C
Rain
4days (11 mm) Good
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
3.8 Moderate
Snow Days
10days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January -1°C / -11°C -5°C / -15°C 5days (14 mm) Good 8.1h Good 71% Muggy 4.1 Moderate Poor View Details
February 0°C / -10°C -3°C / -14°C 7days (24 mm) Good 8.4h Good 73% Muggy 5 Moderate Poor View Details
March 7°C / -4°C 4°C / -7°C 12days (47 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 71% Muggy 6.2 High Poor View Details
April 12°C / 1°C 10°C / -2°C 14days (74 mm) Wet 8.4h Good 70% Muggy 6.9 High Poor View Details
May 15°C / 6°C 14°C / 3°C 15days (102 mm) Wet 8.8h Good 70% Muggy 7.1 Very High Fair View Details
June best 18°C / 9°C 18°C / 8°C 15days (96 mm) Wet 9.3h Good 72% Muggy 7.2 Very High Good View Details
July best 21°C / 13°C 21°C / 12°C 16days (145 mm) Wet 8.9h Good 77% Humid 6.8 High Good View Details
August best 20°C / 12°C 21°C / 12°C 15days (118 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 78% Humid 6.6 High Good View Details
September best 16°C / 9°C 15°C / 8°C 17days (117 mm) Wet 5.8h Fair 81% Humid 5.2 High Fair View Details
October 10°C / 3°C 8°C / 1°C 16days (84 mm) Wet 4.9h Fair 81% Humid 3.7 Moderate Poor View Details
November 6°C / -3°C 3°C / -7°C 7days (26 mm) Good 7h Good 74% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details
December 1°C / -8°C -3°C / -12°C 4days (11 mm) Good 8h Good 70% Muggy 3.8 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Bundle up with a warm coat, scarf, and closed-toe shoes. Thermal layers underneath give flexibility between indoors and outdoors.

A waterproof jacket or compact umbrella is recommended for occasional showers.

Packing List

Layered clothingLight jacketUmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically fair for visiting Caoping, with average highs of 15°C (59°F) and around 15 rainy days. Caoping, China in May has mild conditions, with highs averaging 15°C (59°F) and noticeably cooler mornings. Rain falls o
Caoping typically sees around 15 rainy days in May with 102 mm (4 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Nights in Caoping during May are cool at around 6°C (42°F). Bring a jacket or sweater for evenings.
With highs of 15°C (59°F) and lows of 6°C (42°F) in May, we recommend: Layered clothing, Light jacket, Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Caoping. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Caoping during May is 7 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Caoping gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 9 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Caoping typically sees around 1 snow days in May with roughly 1 cm (0 in) of snowfall.

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