Normal weather for Beijing in May
It's warm in May in Beijing with an average temperature of 25°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 21°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 9°C and 15°C.
In May, there is an average of 155 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Beijing. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
Beijing in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
25°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
21°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
155 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
18 days | 8 days | |
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 Beijing runs from June to November.
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Start of May
The month of May starts in Beijing with warm temperatures, averaging around 23°C during the day and nights close to 11°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 26°C, with nights close to 14°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Beijing will be around 26°C, with nights close to 15°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
Temperature records
With 35°C, Beijing hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2015. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 8°C in 2014. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of -2°C to a high of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Beijing
This chart shows the average daily high temperatures in May in Beijing, measured in degrees Celsius. The bottom of the chart shows the days of May. Based on historical data, it shows the average daily temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Beijing
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Beijing, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 18 days of rain in Beijing.
Daily UV Index in May in Beijing
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Beijing, 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.
Temperature in May in Beijing Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Beijing, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Beijing Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Beijing, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Beijing
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Beijing. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average Weather in Beijing by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Beijing. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
