Shantou
May
Weather in Shantou for May 2025
Your guide to Shantou weather in May - trends and predictions
In general, the average temperature in Shantou at the beginning of May is 26 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to remain steady, reaching an average of 26 °C by the end of May.
Shantou experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 266 mm.
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10
Dry days
21
Rainy days
0
Snow days
25°/21°
Temperatures
19 km/h
Avg max wind
80 %
Avg humidity
Shantou Weather May
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| Mon. | Tue. | Wed. | Thu. | Fri. | Sat. | Sun. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1  25° | 2  23° | 3 24° | 4 25° | |||
| 5 28° | 6 31° | 7 26° | 8 26° | 9  23° | 10 25° | 11 27° |
| 12 30° | 13 24° | 14  25° | 15  26° | 16 25° | 17 24° | 18 22° |
| 19  22° | 20 23° | 21 26° | 22 22° | 23 22° | 24 24° | 25 25° |
| 26 28° | 27 28° | 28 28° | 29 23° | 30 25° | 31 25° |
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Temperatures trend during May in Shantou
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May weather day by day
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| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 25° /20° | 60.7 mm | 6 | |
| 2 May | Light rain shower | 23° /20° | 1.9 mm | 5 | |
| 3 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /20° | 0.6 mm | 5 | |
| 4 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /20° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 5 May | Light rain shower | 28° /22° | 3.9 mm | 6 | |
| 6 May | Patchy rain possible | 31° /24° | 1.4 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /22° | 13 mm | 6 | |
| 8 May | Light rain shower | 26° /22° | 0.9 mm | 6 | |
| 9 May | Partly cloudy | 23° /21° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 10 May | Partly cloudy | 25° /20° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 11 May | Patchy rain possible | 27° /21° | 0.1 mm | 6 | |
| 12 May | Light rain shower | 30° /23° | 2.7 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May | Patchy rain possible | 24° /21° | 5.2 mm | 5 | |
| 14 May | Cloudy | 25° /20° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 15 May | Sunny | 26° /19° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Sunny | 25° /21° | 0 mm | 7 | |
| 17 May | Partly cloudy | 24° /19° | 0 mm | 6 | |
| 18 May | Patchy rain possible | 22° /21° | 0.2 mm | 5 | |
| 19 May | Light rain | 22° /20° | 6.9 mm | 5 | |
| 20 May | Light rain | 23° /21° | 16.9 mm | 5 | |
| 21 May | Patchy rain possible | 26° /22° | 0.3 mm | 6 | |
| 22 May | Light rain shower | 22° /21° | 31.1 mm | 5 | |
| 23 May | Light rain shower | 22° /21° | 44 mm | 5 | |
| 24 May | Light rain shower | 24° /23° | 30.9 mm | 5 | |
| 25 May | Light rain shower | 25° /23° | 6.5 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Light rain shower | 28° /23° | 2.7 mm | 6 | |
| 27 May | Light rain shower | 28° /24° | 4.8 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 28° /23° | 10.1 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Patchy rain possible | 23° /21° | 0.4 mm | 5 | |
| 30 May | Patchy rain possible | 25° /21° | 1.4 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Light rain shower | 25° /23° | 19.4 mm | 6 | |
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Important Notice
Our weather forecast for Shantou in May is based on the analysis of historical data rather than real-time forecast models. While this provides a general overview, weather conditions can change. We recommend that you check the Shantou forecast closer to your planned date for the most up-to-date weather information.
Shantou in May - FAQ
What are the expected maximum and minimum temperatures in Shantou during May?
During May, expect a variety of temperatures with highs around 25° and lows near 21°, suitable for diverse activities and preferences.
How much rainfall should be expected in Shantou during May?
Significant rainfall exceeding 266 mm is expected in Shantou during May, occurring over more than 21 days. Preparing for wet conditions is recommended in your planning.
What are the typical wind conditions in Shantou during May?
The average wind speed in Shantou during May is 19 km/h, suggesting breezy to windy conditions, depending on your activities.
What to pack to Shantou in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Shantou in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Shantou, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Layered Clothing: Light sweaters, long-sleeve shirts, light jackets, and comfortable pants
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
May rainfall patterns in Shantou
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UV exposure in Shantou during May
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