Temperatures in May
It's warm in May in Datong with an average temperature of 27°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 24°C to a high of 29°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 16°C and 20°C.
Max and Min Temperatures per Day
This chart shows the daily maximum and minimum temperatures in degrees Celsius for Datong in May. The red line indicates the max temperatures, and the blue line shows the minimums.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Datong with hot temperatures, averaging around 27°C during the day and nights close to 17°C. Plenty of days with a chance of precipitation.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 28°C, with nights close to 18°C. The chance of precipitation is high during this period.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Datong will be around 28°C, with nights close to 19°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers.
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Precipitation in May
In May, there is an average of 217 mm of precipitation, spread over 21 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
The average precipitation chance this month is 67% per day. Though that seems frequent, there are also a few days with lower precipitation chances.
Precipitation Chance
This chart shows the daily precipitation chance (in percentages) in May for Datong. 0% means it never rained on that day in the past 10 years, and 100% means it rained every day. All values in between represent the average chance of precipitation on that day.
Datong in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
24°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
217 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
21 days | 8 days | |
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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.
Is May a good time to visit Datong?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Datong. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The typhoon season in Datong runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Datong in May
With 39°C, Datong hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2023. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 14°C in 2022. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 7°C to a high of 24°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Datong
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Datong, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Datong
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Datong, 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 21 days of rain in Datong.
Daily UV Index in May in Datong
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Datong, 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 Datong Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Datong, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Datong Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Datong, 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 Datong
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Average Weather in Datong by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Datong. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
