Weathermondo.com
ChinaThe weather in May in Shenzhen
It's hot in May in Shenzhen with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 26°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Shenzhen. 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 Shenzhen, 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 2018, Shenzhen reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 20°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 29°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 238 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Shenzhen
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Shenzhen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Shenzhen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 31°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 33°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 22°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 238 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 21 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Shenzhen with hot temps, averaging around 30°C during the day and nights around 23°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 31°C, with nights around 25°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Shenzhen is around 32°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Find affordable trips to Shenzhen
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.
The typhoon season in Shenzhen runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Shenzhen for all months and discover the best travel time
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Shenzhen, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Shenzhen
Temperature in May in Shenzhen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Shenzhen, 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 Shenzhen
Total precipitation in May in Shenzhen over the years
Daily UV index in May in Shenzhen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Shenzhen, 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.
Weather experiences in May in Shenzhen
Have you been to Shenzhen in May?
Share your weather experience in May in Shenzhen.
Average weather in Shenzhen by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Shenzhen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.