What to pack for Fuzhou in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
- a compact umbrella or rain shell — rain is frequent
- expect humid, sticky conditions
Humidity averages 80%; max daily wind around 13 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Fuzhou: October–January. See the full best time to visit Fuzhou guide.
Fuzhou in May: the details
In May, Fuzhou sees average daytime highs of 27°C (80°F) and overnight lows of 19°C (67°F). Rainfall totals roughly 180 mm across 15.7 rainy days, and the sun shines about 6.8 hours per day with 13.3 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 80%.
In context: May is the 5th-warmest month and the third-wettest in Fuzhou. The sunniest month is July (10.5 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 27°C / 80°F |
| Overnight low | 19°C / 67°F |
| Rainfall | 180 mm over 15.7 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 6.8 h/day (13.3 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 80% |
| Travel score | 7.6 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Fuzhou, China (26.06, 119.31) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Fuzhou in May?
Daytime highs in Fuzhou in May average 27°C (80°F); nights drop to about 19°C.
Does it rain in Fuzhou in May?
Expect around 15.7 rainy days and 180 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Fuzhou?
May is a good month to visit Fuzhou. Overall travel score: 7.6/10. The best months are October–January.
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