Shankou in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°C. Very wet: about 18 rainy days.
29°CAvg high
25°CAvg low
18Rainy days (175 mm)
13:02 hDaylight
06:06Sunrise · 19:08 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 29°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
- Sunscreen, sunglasses and a hat
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.3 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 | 19°C | 14°C | 48 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 20°C | 16°C | 46 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.7 |
| March | 23°C | 19°C | 66 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.6 |
| April | 27°C | 22°C | 94 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| May | 29°C | 25°C | 175 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 30°C | 27°C | 299 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.7 |
| July | 31°C | 27°C | 297 mm | 22 | – | – | 5.6 |
| August | 31°C | 27°C | 330 mm | 24 | – | – | 5.7 |
| September | 30°C | 26°C | 198 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.8 |
| October | 28°C | 23°C | 65 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| November | 25°C | 19°C | 40 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| December | 21°C | 15°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shankou in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and nights about 25°C.
When is the best time to visit Shankou?
The best months are November, October, December.