Shaoxing in May
6.9out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Frequent rain: about 13 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
18°CAvg low
13Rainy days (172 mm)
13:31 hDaylight
05:09Sunrise · 18:39 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Frequent rain: about 13 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 (±3.3 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 | 9°C | 2°C | 84 mm | 10 | – | – | 5.5 |
| February | 11°C | 3°C | 79 mm | 11 | – | – | 5.9 |
| March | 15°C | 7°C | 127 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.0 |
| April | 22°C | 13°C | 137 mm | 13 | – | – | 7.0 |
| May | 27°C | 18°C | 172 mm | 13 | – | – | 6.9 |
| June | 29°C | 22°C | 318 mm | 17 | – | – | 6.1 |
| July | 34°C | 26°C | 174 mm | 14 | – | – | 5.4 |
| August | 33°C | 26°C | 156 mm | 16 | – | – | 5.3 |
| September | 29°C | 22°C | 112 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.3 |
| October | 24°C | 16°C | 66 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| November | 18°C | 10°C | 71 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| December | 11°C | 4°C | 62 mm | 8 | – | – | 6.4 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shaoxing in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 18°C.
When is the best time to visit Shaoxing?
The best months are October.