Shaoshan in May
6.2out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
19°CAvg low
16Rainy days (227 mm)
13:23 hDaylight
05:45Sunrise · 19:08 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Very wet: about 16 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 (±3.4 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 | 9°C | 3°C | 69 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 11°C | 5°C | 84 mm | 12 | – | – | 5.8 |
| March | 16°C | 9°C | 158 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.5 |
| April | 22°C | 15°C | 185 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| May | 26°C | 19°C | 227 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.2 |
| June | 30°C | 23°C | 266 mm | 17 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 33°C | 26°C | 177 mm | 13 | – | – | 5.7 |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 132 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| September | 29°C | 21°C | 81 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.8 |
| October | 23°C | 16°C | 61 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| November | 17°C | 10°C | 64 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 12°C | 4°C | 46 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shaoshan in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 19°C.
When is the best time to visit Shaoshan?
The best months are October, September.