Sanming in May
6.1out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
18Rainy days (224 mm)
13:17 hDaylight
05:27Sunrise · 18:44 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Very wet: about 18 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.9 rainy days), so check the forecast closer to your trip. 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 | 14°C | 5°C | 63 mm | 9 | – | – | 6.5 |
| February | 16°C | 7°C | 81 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.6 |
| March | 19°C | 10°C | 158 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.1 |
| April | 24°C | 15°C | 178 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.4 |
| May | 27°C | 19°C | 224 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.1 |
| June | 30°C | 22°C | 248 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 33°C | 24°C | 147 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.8 |
| August | 32°C | 23°C | 171 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.3 |
| September | 30°C | 21°C | 102 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.1 |
| October | 26°C | 16°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 21°C | 11°C | 52 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.0 |
| December | 15°C | 6°C | 50 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.2 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Sanming in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Sanming?
The best months are October, November.