Xi’an in May
8.0out of 10
Yes, a good time to go
Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C. Some rain: about 8 rainy days.
27°CAvg high
16°CAvg low
8Rainy days (71 mm)
13:47 hDaylight
05:47Sunrise · 19:34 Sunset
Why this score
- Warm and comfortable: highs around 27°C
- Some rain: about 8 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 (±3.1 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 | -4°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 5.6 |
| February | 10°C | 0°C | 19 mm | 4 | – | – | 6.4 |
| March | 16°C | 5°C | 33 mm | 6 | – | – | 7.3 |
| April | 22°C | 11°C | 47 mm | 7 | – | – | 8.2 |
| May | 27°C | 16°C | 71 mm | 8 | – | – | 8.0 |
| June | 31°C | 20°C | 93 mm | 8 | – | – | 7.4 |
| July | 32°C | 23°C | 146 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.4 |
| August | 31°C | 22°C | 129 mm | 11 | – | – | 6.9 |
| September | 26°C | 17°C | 133 mm | 12 | – | – | 7.2 |
| October | 20°C | 11°C | 80 mm | 10 | – | – | 7.4 |
| November | 13°C | 4°C | 40 mm | 7 | – | – | 6.8 |
| December | 7°C | -2°C | 13 mm | 3 | – | – | 6.0 |
Frequently asked questions
How hot is Xi’an in May?
Daytime highs average 27°C and nights about 16°C.
When is the best time to visit Xi’an?
The best months are April, May.