What to pack for Shijiazhuang in May
- t-shirts and light layers
- a light jacket for evenings
Humidity averages 50%; max daily wind around 19 km/h.
How May compares
Best months in Shijiazhuang: March–May & September–October. See the full best time to visit Shijiazhuang guide.
Shijiazhuang in May: the details
In May, Shijiazhuang sees average daytime highs of 28°C (82°F) and overnight lows of 15°C (59°F). Rainfall totals roughly 27 mm across 3.8 rainy days, and the sun shines about 9.6 hours per day with 14.1 hours of daylight mid-month. Relative humidity averages 50%.
In context: May is the 4th-warmest month and the 7th-wettest in Shijiazhuang. The sunniest month is June (9.9 h/day).
| Metric | May average |
|---|---|
| Daytime high | 28°C / 82°F |
| Overnight low | 15°C / 59°F |
| Rainfall | 27 mm over 3.8 rainy days |
| Sunshine | 9.6 h/day (14.1 h daylight) |
| Humidity | 50% |
| Travel score | 9.9 / 10 |
These figures are climate normals computed from the ERA5 weather reanalysis (2019–2024) for Shijiazhuang, China (38.04, 114.48) — see our methodology. Actual conditions vary year to year.
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Frequently asked questions
How hot is Shijiazhuang in May?
Daytime highs in Shijiazhuang in May average 28°C (82°F); nights drop to about 15°C.
Does it rain in Shijiazhuang in May?
Expect around 3.8 rainy days and 27 mm of rainfall in May.
Is May a good time to visit Shijiazhuang?
May is one of the best months to visit Shijiazhuang. Overall travel score: 9.9/10. The best months are March–May & September–October.
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