Shantou in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
23°CAvg low
16Rainy days (184 mm)
13:08 hDaylight
05:36Sunrise · 18:43 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 16 rainy days
- Rain varies a lot between years (±4.5 days)
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Rain jacket or compact umbrella
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±4.5 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 | 16°C | 13°C | 45 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.3 |
| February | 17°C | 14°C | 64 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.0 |
| March | 19°C | 16°C | 80 mm | 11 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 22°C | 20°C | 114 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| May | 26°C | 23°C | 184 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 28°C | 26°C | 240 mm | 21 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 29°C | 27°C | 188 mm | 18 | – | – | 6.2 |
| August | 29°C | 27°C | 238 mm | 19 | – | – | 6.1 |
| September | 28°C | 26°C | 154 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| October | 26°C | 23°C | 56 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| November | 22°C | 19°C | 59 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.3 |
| December | 18°C | 15°C | 51 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.7 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shantou in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 23°C.
When is the best time to visit Shantou?
The best months are October, November.