What is the weather like in Guilin in May?

Expect temperatures between 20°C and 27°C with 63% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Guilin in May?

Guilin in May scores 58/100 based on 30 years of climate data. A reasonable choice for your trip.

Who should visit Guilin in May?

May in Guilin is ideal for: Business travelers.

Guilin Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 30

Avg Low

20°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

31days

63% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Guilin

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Low Traffic

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Traffic Index

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Key Connections

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Chengdu Tianfu (TFU)

Xianyang Xi'an (XIY)

Haikou Meilan (HAK)

Jinan Yaoqiang (TNA)

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 Guilin?

👌A reasonable choice for your trip(58/100)

Short Answer

Monsoon conditions shape Guilin's May: expect 63% daily rain chance. Mornings often clear before afternoon showers - early starts recommended.

Decision Factors

High rainfall period

63% rain probability, 9.3mm average

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Very high humidity

83% average humidity

Health precautions needed

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

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

42% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
83% humidity creates difficult conditions
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Outdoor enthusiasts
63% rain probability disrupts outdoor activities
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Photographers
76% cloud cover limits natural light opportunities
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score only 69/100 - better months available

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Guilin in May averages 27°C with 63% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Guilin in May

What are the temperatures in Guilin in May?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 20°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Guilin in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. Definitely pack rain gear.

What to wear in Guilin in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Guilin?

This is off-peak season. Expect lower prices and fewer crowds.

Guilin Weather in May

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