Weathermondo.com
ChinaThe weather in May in Xiamen
It's warm in May in Xiamen with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 25°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 14°C and 18°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Xiamen. 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 Xiamen, 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 39°C in 2014, Xiamen reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2021. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -2°C to a highest value of 27°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 158 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Daily weather in May for Xiamen
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Xiamen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Xiamen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 27°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 29°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 14°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 158 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Xiamen with warm temps, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights around 16°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 27°C, with nights around 16°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 Xiamen is around 28°C, while nighttime temps are about 17°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
Find affordable trips to Xiamen
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.
The typhoon season in Xiamen runs from June to November.
Check out the climate of Xiamen for all months and discover the best travel time
Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Xiamen, China. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Xiamen
Temperature in May in Xiamen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Xiamen, 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 Xiamen
Total precipitation in May in Xiamen over the years
Daily UV index in May in Xiamen
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Xiamen, 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 Xiamen
Have you been to Xiamen in May?
Share your weather experience in May in Xiamen.
Average weather in Xiamen by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Xiamen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.