What is the weather like in Beijing in May?

Expect temperatures between 14°C and 28°C with 10% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Beijing in May?

Beijing in May scores 63/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Beijing in May?

May in Beijing is ideal for: Budget travelers, Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Photographers, Cultural tourists.

Beijing Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

28°C

Hottest around day 29

Avg Low

14°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

0days

10% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Beijing

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Major Hub

100/ 100

Traffic Index

Extremely busy airport

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Jun

Monthly Traffic Distribution

443

Jan

617

Feb

613

Mar

579

Apr

566

May

176

Jun

1660

Jul

1665

Aug

1540

Sep

1588

Oct

1597

Nov

1576

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Chengdu Shuangliu (CTU)

Hangzhou Xiaoshan (HGH)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

10 Recommendations

COVID-19

All eligible travelers should be up to date with their COVID-19 vaccines. Please seeYour COVID-19 Vaccinationfor more information.

Chikungunya

There is anoutbreak of chikungunyain Guangdong Province, China.Chikungunya vaccinationis recommended for people traveling to an area with a chikungunya outbreak.

Hepatitis A

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers one year old or older going to China.Infants 6 to 11 months old should also be vaccinated against Hepatitis A. The dose does not count toward the routine 2-dose series.Travelers allergic to a vaccine component should receive a single dose of immune globulin, which provides effective protection for up to 2 months depending on dosage given.Unvaccinated travelers who are over 40 years old, are immunocompromised, or have chronic medical conditions planning to depart to a risk area in less than 2 weeks should get the initial dose of vaccine and at the same appointment receive immune globulin.

Hepatitis B

Recommended for unvaccinated travelers of all ages traveling to China.

Japanese Encephalitis

Recommended for travelers whoAre moving to an area with Japanese encephalitis to liveSpend long periods of time, such as a month or more, in areas with Japanese encephalitisFrequently travel to areas with Japanese encephalitisConsider vaccination for travelersSpending less than a month in areas with Japanese encephalitis but will be doing activities that increase risk of infection, such as visiting rural areas, hiking or camping, or staying in places without air conditioning, screens, or bed netsGoing to areas with Japanese encephalitis who are uncertain of their activities or how long they will be thereNot recommended for travelers planning short-term travel to urban areas or travel to areas with no clear Japanese encephalitis season.

Measles

Cases of measles are on the rise worldwide. Travelers are at risk of measles if they have not been fully vaccinated at least two weeks prior to departure, or have not had measles in the past, and travel internationally to areas where measles is spreading.All international travelers should be fully vaccinated against measles with the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine, including an early dose for infants 6–11 months, according toCDC’s measles vaccination recommendations for international travel.

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Is May a Good Time to Visit Beijing?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(63/100)

Short Answer

Smart travelers know May in Beijing: 28°C temperatures, 10% rain probability, and only 34% of peak-season crowds. Better prices, similar experience.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Very Unhealthy

Very unhealthy. Avoid outdoor activities. Wear N95 mask if you must go out.

Off-peak season - fewer crowds

Only 34% of peak - better deals and quiet crowds

Excellent dry conditions

Only 10% rain probability - ideal for outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

Be aware of: Leptospirosis, Schistosomiasis, Crimean-Congo Hemorrhagic fever

Comfortable humidity levels

43% humidity - pleasant conditions

Good For

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Budget travelers
Off-peak pricing with acceptable weather conditions
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Families with children
Comfortable 28°C temperatures and low 10% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 28°C, 10% rain chance
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Photographers
10.2h sunshine, 53% clear skies for golden hour shots
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Beijing in May averages 28°C with 10% precipitation probability."

📊 Source: 30YearWeather.com🛰️ Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)View Methodology →

Frequently Asked Questions: Beijing in May

What are the temperatures in Beijing in May?

Daytime highs average 28°C, nights drop to 14°C. There's a significant day/night temperature swing.

How many rainy days in Beijing in May?

Expect around 0 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Beijing in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Beijing?

This is typically peak season with higher prices. Book 2-3 months ahead.

Beijing Weather in May

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