Lanzhou in May
8.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Mild: highs around 22°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
22°CAvg high
10°CAvg low
8Rainy days (45 mm)
13:55 hDaylight
06:04Sunrise · 19:58 Sunset
Why this score
- Mild: highs around 22°C
- Some rain: about 8 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- Layers you can add or remove
- A light jacket for cooler evenings
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rainfall in May is fairly consistent from year to year (2.8 days). Averages cover 30 years (1991–2020). Individual days can differ a lot.
Year at a glance
Weather by month
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rainy days | Humidity | Sunshine | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 1°C | -11°C | 4 mm | 2 | – | – | 4.9 |
| February | 5°C | -7°C | 6 mm | 2 | – | – | 5.6 |
| March | 12°C | -2°C | 13 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.7 |
| April | 18°C | 5°C | 24 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
| May | 22°C | 10°C | 45 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 25°C | 14°C | 58 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.9 |
| July | 27°C | 16°C | 86 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| August | 26°C | 15°C | 101 mm | 14 | – | – | 7.2 |
| September | 21°C | 10°C | 72 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 15°C | 4°C | 39 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.8 |
| November | 9°C | -4°C | 8 mm | 2 | – | – | 6.3 |
| December | 3°C | -9°C | 2 mm | 1 | – | – | 5.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Lanzhou in May?
Daytime highs average 22°C and nights about 10°C.
When is the best time to visit Lanzhou?
The best months are May, June, April, July.