May weather forecast
Suzhou, China

May

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 brings a rise in Suzhou's average high-temperature, moving from a pleasant 20.9°C (69.6°F) in April to a warm 26.3°C (79.3°F). Throughout May, Suzhou encounters an average temperature drop to a refreshing 17°C (62.6°F).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in May is 68%.

Rainfall

In Suzhou, in May, during 12.3 rainfall days, 57mm (2.24") of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 166.5 rainfall days, and 811mm (31.93") of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

April through November are months without snowfall.

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, sunrise is at 04:54 and sunset at 18:56 CST.

Sunshine

In Suzhou, the average sunshine in May is 8.9h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 6 in May translates into the following instructions:
Apply measures and align with sun safety principles. Safeguarding against skin and eye injury is pivotal. Stay in the shade and limit direct sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is at its strongest. Remember, however, that not all shade structures provide full sun protection. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in May?
In Suzhou, 26.3°C (79.3°F) is the average high-temperature and 17°C (62.6°F) is the average low-temperature during May.
What is the average humidity in May?
The average relative humidity in May in Suzhou is 68%.
How much does it rain in May?
In Suzhou, during May, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 57mm (2.24") of precipitation.
When it does not snow in Suzhou?
April through November are months without snowfall.
What is the average length of the day in May in Suzhou?
The average day length in May is 13h and 45min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May?
On the first day of May, 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 many hours of sunshine does Suzhou have in May?
The average sunshine duration in May is 8.9h.
What is the UV index reading in May?
In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average high temperature
Average low temperature
Average wind speed
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility
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).

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