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ChinaThe weather in May in Hangzhou
It's cool to moderate in May in Hangzhou with an average temperature of 17°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 14°C to a high of 20°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 4°C.
Looking for sun and warm weather? May isn’t a good month to be in Hangzhou. The temperatures are too low for a warm stay this month.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Hangzhou, 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 27°C in 2015, Hangzhou reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 4°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -12°C to a highest value of 8°C.
Precipitation and snowfall
In May, there is an average of 189 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. Of the total precipitation, about 17 cm falls as snow in May. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Hangzhou
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Hangzhou. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Hangzhou | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 17°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 20°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | -2°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 189 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
| Total snowfall | 17 cm | 0 cm |
| Snowy days | 9 days | 0 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Hangzhou with mild temps, averaging around 18°C during the day and nights around 0°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 18°C, with nights around 3°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Hangzhou is around 17°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Hangzhou, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Hangzhou
Temperature in May in Hangzhou over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Hangzhou, 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 Hangzhou
Total precipitation in May in Hangzhou over the years
Daily Snowfall in May in Hangzhou
Snowfall in May in Hangzhou per year
Daily UV index in May in Hangzhou
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Hangzhou, 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 Hangzhou by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Hangzhou. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.