Suzhou in May
8.2out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C. Some rain: about 7 rainy days.
26°CAvg high
17°CAvg low
7Rainy days (79 mm)
13:45 hDaylight
05:16Sunrise · 19:01 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 26°C
- Some rain: about 7 rainy days
What to wear and pack
- T-shirts and light layers
- Shorts or a light skirt
How reliable is the forecast?
Rain in May varies a lot between years (±3.1 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 | 6°C | -3°C | 23 mm | 4 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 9°C | 0°C | 28 mm | 5 | – | – | 6.1 |
| March | 14°C | 5°C | 44 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.0 |
| April | 21°C | 11°C | 48 mm | 6 | – | – | 8.1 |
| May | 26°C | 17°C | 79 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| June | 30°C | 21°C | 132 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.5 |
| July | 31°C | 24°C | 245 mm | 15 | – | – | 5.6 |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 156 mm | 14 | – | – | 6.5 |
| September | 27°C | 18°C | 80 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.1 |
| October | 22°C | 12°C | 49 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.4 |
| November | 14°C | 5°C | 36 mm | 5 | – | – | 7.2 |
| December | 8°C | -1°C | 20 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.1 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Suzhou in May?
Daytime highs average 26°C and nights about 17°C.
When is the best time to visit Suzhou?
The best months are October, May, April, September.