ChinaThe weather in May in Chengdu
It's hot in May in Chengdu with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 28°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 25°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Chengdu. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Chengdu, China. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 38°C in 2020, Chengdu reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 17°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 13°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 154 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Chengdu
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Chengdu. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Chengdu | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 21°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 154 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Chengdu with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 22°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 23°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Chengdu is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Chengdu, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Chengdu
Temperature in May in Chengdu over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Chengdu, China. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Chengdu
Total precipitation in May in Chengdu over the years
Daily UV index in May in Chengdu
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Chengdu, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Chengdu by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Chengdu. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.