Normal weather for Xiamen in May
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.
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.
Xiamen in May |
London | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
27°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
29°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
25°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
158 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
19 days | 8 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Xiamen with warm temperatures, averaging around 26°C during the day and nights close to 16°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there’s also a chance for some sunny days in the first days of the month.
Since temperatures can differ between day and night, it’s a good idea to dress in layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature rises to around 27°C, with nights close to 16°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days.
Temperatures vary between day and night, so it’s smart to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Xiamen will be around 28°C, with nights close to 17°C. There’s regular precipitation, but with a bit of luck, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
As it gets cooler in the evening, it’s best to wear layers. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal for the day. For the evening and morning, a shirt, maybe a light cardigan, and light trousers will do.
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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.
Is May a good time to visit Xiamen?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Xiamen. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The typhoon season in Xiamen runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Xiamen in May
With 39°C, Xiamen hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 7°C in 2021. 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 Xiamen
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Xiamen, 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 Xiamen
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Xiamen, 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 19 days of rain in Xiamen.
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.
Temperature in May in Xiamen Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Xiamen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Xiamen Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Xiamen, 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 Xiamen
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Average Weather in Xiamen by Month
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