May weather forecast
Suzhou, China

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Weather in May

May sees a major jump in temperature reaching up to 26.3°C (79.3°F), pushing Suzhou further into its warm, pleasant season. Consequently, rainfall increases presumably due to the warmer conditions which fuel cloud formation. The absence of snow continues from April through May. Temperature highs escalate in a gentle but persistent climb as spring transitions into summer. The change witnesses an overall calming of winds, with gusting speeds at their lowest of 17.4Km/h for the year.

Temperature

May signals a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from April's agreeable 20.9°C (69.6°F) to a moderately hot 26.3°C (79.3°F). During the nights in May, Suzhou experiences a consistent average temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

In Suzhou, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Suzhou, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation. In Suzhou, China, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 811mm (31.93") of precipitation.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall in Suzhou.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 13h and 45min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of May, in Suzhou, sunrise is at 04:54 and sunset at 18:56 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine is 8.9h.

UV index

In Suzhou, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 suggests these recommendations:
Conform to measures and uphold sun safety traditions. Warding off skin and eye harm is necessary. Limit direct sun exposure especially between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its peak. However, keep in mind that shade structures may not provide full sun protection. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration.
Updated: Jan 24, 2024 | Published by: Weather Atlas | About Us

Frequently asked questions

What are May temperatures in Suzhou?

May temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 26.3°C (79.3°F) and a low-temperature of 17°C (62.6°F).

What is the average humidity in May in Suzhou?

In Suzhou, the average relative humidity in May is 68%.

How many days does it rain in May in Suzhou?

In Suzhou, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When it does not snow in Suzhou?

In Suzhou, snow does not fall in April through November.

What is the average length of the day in May in Suzhou?

In Suzhou, the average day length in May is 13h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Suzhou?

On the first day of May in Suzhou, China, sunrise is at 05:12 and sunset at 18:36. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 04:54 and sunset at 18:56 CST.

How long on average sun shines in May in Suzhou?

The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.

What is the UV index reading in May in Suzhou?

In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Suzhou is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Suzhou, China

Average temperature in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average high temperature in May: 26.3°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (8.3°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 17°C

The months with the highest average low temperature are July and August (24.8°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (2.5°C).

Average pressure in May
Suzhou, China

Average pressure in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average pressure in May: 1010.9mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1027.3mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is July (1004.8mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Suzhou, China

Average wind speed in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1km/h

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and December (12.7km/h).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and September (10.5km/h).

Average humidity in May
Suzhou, China

Average humidity in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average humidity in May: 68%

The months with the highest relative humidity are July and September (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (65%).

Average rainfall in May
Suzhou, China

Average rainfall in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average rainfall in May: 57mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (161mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (25mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Suzhou, China

Average rainfall days in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average rainfall days in May: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in May
Suzhou, China

Average snowfall in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average snowfall in May: 0mm

The month with the highest snowfall is January (27mm).
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0mm).

Average snowfall days in May
Suzhou, China

Average snowfall days in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average snowfall days in May: 0 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Suzhou, China

Average daylight in May / Average sunshine in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 12min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 12min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Suzhou, China

Average sunshine days in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average sunshine days in May: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in May
Suzhou, China

Average UV index in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in May
Suzhou, China

Average cloud cover in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average cloud cover in May: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is December (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in May
Suzhou, China

Average visibility in May - Suzhou, China
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are October and December (10km).
The month with the lowest visibility is September (8km).

Suzhou, China

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