ChinaThe weather in May in Guangzhou
It's warm in May in Guangzhou with an average temperature of 29°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 27°C to a high of 32°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 19°C and 24°C.
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Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Guangzhou, 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 37°C in 2023, Guangzhou reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 18°C in 2019. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 6°C to a highest value of 30°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 281 mm of precipitation, spread over 25 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Guangzhou
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Guangzhou. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Guangzhou | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 29°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 32°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 19°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 281 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 25 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Guangzhou with hot temps, averaging around 28°C during the day and nights around 20°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 30°C, with nights around 22°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Guangzhou is around 31°C, while nighttime temps are about 23°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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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 Guangzhou, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Guangzhou
Temperature in May in Guangzhou over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Guangzhou, 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 Guangzhou
Total precipitation in May in Guangzhou over the years
Daily UV index in May in Guangzhou
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Guangzhou, 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 Guangzhou by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Guangzhou. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.