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May is a wet month in Xiaoping

Climate Overview

Xiaoping, China in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.1°C (77°F). Rain falls on about 20 days this month, totalling around 288 mm.

This month falls at the end of Spring.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout May, with daily highs around 26°C (79°F).

May sees fairly even rainfall, totalling about 289 mm across the month.

Expect around 7.4h of sunshine at the start of May, decreasing to 6.2h by the end.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 31th, averaging 26.2°C (79°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
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
28°C / 19°C
Rain
20 days · 288 mm
Sunshine
6.7h / day
Humidity
82% — Very Humid
Wind
13 km/h
Wind Direction
NNE (12°)
Gusts
31 km/h
Daylight
13.5 h
Cloud Cover
76%
Clear Sky Days
1.7
UV Index
5.8 — High
Dew Point
18°C — Humid
Moon Phase
Waxing Gibbous · 66%

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

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Sun Position
Sunrise 05:54
Daylight 13.5h
Sunset 19:23

What to Expect

Daytime temperatures around 25°C (77°F) are ideal for full-day outdoor exploration. 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.

Recent yearly records for May have stayed close to the long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
9°C / 2°C
Feels Like
6°C / -1°C
Rain
13days (93 mm) Wet
Sun
3.9h Poor
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
3.3 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
February
Poor
Temp
11°C / 4°C
Feels Like
8°C / 1°C
Rain
15days (105 mm) Wet
Sun
4h Fair
Humidity
79% Humid
UV
2.6 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
March
Wet
Temp
16°C / 9°C
Feels Like
16°C / 7°C
Rain
19days (197 mm) Wet
Sun
4.3h Fair
Humidity
81% Humid
UV
4.5 Moderate
April
Wet
Temp
22°C / 14°C
Feels Like
22°C / 14°C
Rain
19days (262 mm) Wet
Sun
5.6h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
5.5 High
May
Wet
Temp
25°C / 18°C
Feels Like
28°C / 19°C
Rain
20days (288 mm) Wet
Sun
6.7h Fair
Humidity
82% Humid
UV
5.8 High
June
Wet
Temp
28°C / 22°C
Feels Like
33°C / 25°C
Rain
19days (285 mm) Wet
Sun
7.1h Good
Humidity
84% Humid
UV
5.8 High
July
Poor
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 29°C
Rain
12days (160 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
78% Humid
UV
7.8 Very High
August
Poor
Temp
32°C / 25°C
Feels Like
37°C / 29°C
Rain
12days (91 mm) Wet
Sun
9.9h Good
Humidity
74% Muggy
UV
7.5 Very High
September best
Excellent
Temp
29°C / 21°C
Feels Like
32°C / 24°C
Rain
10days (83 mm) Wet
Sun
8h Good
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
6.4 High
October best
Excellent
Temp
22°C / 15°C
Feels Like
22°C / 14°C
Rain
11days (71 mm) Wet
Sun
5.9h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
4.7 Moderate
November
Good
Temp
17°C / 9°C
Feels Like
16°C / 8°C
Rain
12days (87 mm) Wet
Sun
5h Fair
Humidity
77% Humid
UV
3.8 Moderate
December
Poor
Temp
11°C / 4°C
Feels Like
8°C / 1°C
Rain
8days (50 mm) Wet
Sun
5.1h Fair
Humidity
73% Muggy
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 9°C / 2°C 6°C / -1°C 13days (93 mm) Wet 3.9h Poor 78% Humid 3.3 Moderate Poor View Details
February 11°C / 4°C 8°C / 1°C 15days (105 mm) Wet 4h Fair 79% Humid 2.6 Moderate Poor View Details
March 16°C / 9°C 16°C / 7°C 19days (197 mm) Wet 4.3h Fair 81% Humid 4.5 Moderate Wet View Details
April 22°C / 14°C 22°C / 14°C 19days (262 mm) Wet 5.6h Fair 82% Humid 5.5 High Wet View Details
May 25°C / 18°C 28°C / 19°C 20days (288 mm) Wet 6.7h Fair 82% Humid 5.8 High Wet View Details
June 28°C / 22°C 33°C / 25°C 19days (285 mm) Wet 7.1h Good 84% Humid 5.8 High Wet View Details
July 32°C / 25°C 37°C / 29°C 12days (160 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 78% Humid 7.8 Very High Poor View Details
August 32°C / 25°C 37°C / 29°C 12days (91 mm) Wet 9.9h Good 74% Muggy 7.5 Very High Poor View Details
September best 29°C / 21°C 32°C / 24°C 10days (83 mm) Wet 8h Good 71% Muggy 6.4 High Excellent View Details
October best 22°C / 15°C 22°C / 14°C 11days (71 mm) Wet 5.9h Fair 73% Muggy 4.7 Moderate Excellent View Details
November 17°C / 9°C 16°C / 8°C 12days (87 mm) Wet 5h Fair 77% Humid 3.8 Moderate Good View Details
December 11°C / 4°C 8°C / 1°C 8days (50 mm) Wet 5.1h Fair 73% Muggy 3 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Summer clothing like shorts, t-shirts, and sundresses will be comfortable. Bring a light cardigan for air-conditioned spaces.

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

Packing List

UmbrellaWaterproof jacketWaterproof shoesBreathable clothingSunscreen (SPF 30+)Sun hatSunglasses

Frequently Asked Questions

May is typically wet for visiting Xiaoping, with average highs of 25°C (77°F) and around 20 rainy days. Xiaoping, China in May has warm conditions, with highs averaging 25.1°C (77°F). Rain falls on about 20 days this month,
Xiaoping typically sees around 20 rainy days in May with 288 mm (11.3 in) of total rainfall. Pack a waterproof jacket.
Evenings in Xiaoping during May are mild at 18°C (64°F). A light cardigan is usually enough.
With highs of 25°C (77°F) and lows of 18°C (64°F) in May, we recommend: Umbrella, Waterproof jacket, Waterproof shoes, Breathable clothing, Sunscreen (SPF 30+). Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
May is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Xiaoping. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Xiaoping during May is 6 (high). Wear sunscreen SPF 30+, a hat, and sunglasses. Limit direct sun exposure between 10 AM and 4 PM.
Xiaoping gets approximately 14 hours of daylight per day in May, with around 7 hours of sunshine.
Snow is uncommon in Xiaoping during May based on 10-year climate averages.

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