Xiamen in May
6.4out of 10
Possible, with caveats
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Very wet: about 16 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
22°CAvg low
16Rainy days (183 mm)
13:11 hDaylight
05:28Sunrise · 18:40 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°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 (±3.9 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 | 17°C | 10°C | 40 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.6 |
| February | 18°C | 11°C | 61 mm | 9 | – | – | 7.3 |
| March | 20°C | 14°C | 91 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| April | 24°C | 18°C | 107 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.4 |
| May | 27°C | 22°C | 183 mm | 16 | – | – | 6.4 |
| June | 30°C | 25°C | 244 mm | 19 | – | – | 5.9 |
| July | 31°C | 26°C | 190 mm | 18 | – | – | 5.5 |
| August | 31°C | 26°C | 250 mm | 20 | – | – | 5.5 |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 131 mm | 12 | – | – | 6.9 |
| October | 28°C | 21°C | 43 mm | 4 | – | – | 8.6 |
| November | 24°C | 17°C | 49 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.5 |
| December | 19°C | 12°C | 42 mm | 5 | – | – | 8.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Xiamen in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 22°C.
When is the best time to visit Xiamen?
The best months are October, November, December.