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Shenzhen, May 1
Shenzhen street view during May
Historical Weather Analysis

Shenzhen Weather on May 1 — Best Time to Visit?

Based on 30 years of historical data, we have the answer.

cloudy

27.9°C

High

21.8°C

Low

40%

Rain

🔥 Feels like 32.5°C (humidity)

rain
IT'S A GAMBLE
HolidayPeak Season

May 1 sees frequent showers in Shenzhen. Historical data shows a 40% chance of rain, so pack accordingly. Temperatures average 28°C. Shenzhen is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual. Note: May 1 is Labour Day in Shenzhen, so expect special events, closures, and festive atmosphere.

Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

Shenzhen Weather Forecast for May 1

"Warm & Sunny. Expect average highs of 27.9°C. 40% chance of rain."

What to Wear in Shenzhen in May

Based on historical data for May 1, Shenzhen typically experiences temperatures between 21.8°C and 27.9°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing, umbrella to stay comfortable. With a 40% chance of rain, keeping a raincoat or umbrella handy is a smart move.

Complete Packing Guide

Weekly breakdown & essential items for Shenzhen

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Smart Suitcase

  • T-Shirt
  • Light Clothing
  • Umbrella

Average High

extreme-hot

27.9°C

Daytime Peak

Average Low

extreme-cold

21.8°C

Nighttime Low

Feels Like

partly-cloudy-day

32.5°C

🔥 Feels warmer

Rain Chance

rain

40%

Avg 4.6mm if it rains

Cloud Cover

cloudy

71%

Light drizzle

Pressure

pressure

1011.4 hPa

Low volatility

Shenzhen Weather Conditions & UV Index

Weather Confidence

30-year variance analysis

88%Highly Predictable

Based on 10 years of data

Temperature
±1.8°CStable
Precipitation
20-70%Moderate

🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 88% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.

Sun Exposure

UV Index & Safety Guide

5.2Moderate
036811+

Protection Needed

SPF 30 recommended

Safe Sun Windows
Morning

05:00 - 10:00

Afternoon

16:00 - 18:00

Time to Sunburn

Type I-II

🔴 15 min to burn

Type III-IV

🟡 23 min to burn

Type V-VI

🟢 38 min to burn

UV estimate based on latitude, season & cloud cover. Actual UV may vary.

Outdoor Comfort

How pleasant is it outside?

51Moderate
TemperatureHot
HumidityMuggy
WindBreezy

Dew Point

24.9°C

Humid/Sticky

Heat Index

32.5°C

Feels hotter

😐 Best outdoor time:
Morning hours (before 11 AM)

Marine Conditions

Water Temp
25.1°C
🛁 Tropical Bath
Avg daily surface temperature
Surf Conditions
0.51m
🌊 Fun Waves
Max daily wave height
Advisories

Marine Life

No special warnings. Enjoy the swim!

Swim Index

✅ Excellent Swimming Conditions

Travel & Logistics Insights

Local Calendar

Holiday

Labour Day

Flight Traffic

Busy

72/100 pressure index

Health Advisory

Required

2 vaccines • View Details →

Landing Slots

~468

Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)

Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Shenzhen

Daylight & Sun

Solar Elevation Cycle

🌅 Sunrise

05:52

☀️ Noon

12:22

🌇 Sunset

18:51

⏱️ Daylight

12h 58m

Golden Hour
Morning05:52 - 06:23
18:20 - 18:51Evening

Wind Speed

wind

15.5 km/h

Gentle breeze

Sunshine

clear-day

8.6 hrs

Direct Sun (Cloud-free)

Humidity

humidity

84%

Humid / Damp

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Travel Health & Safety in Shenzhen

Travel Comfort Index

Real-time tourism conditions

Weather Quality

⛅ Good

68/100

Tourist Crowds

🟡 Busy

85/100

Price Level

💰💰💰 Expensive

85/100

Health & Wellbeing

Meteo-Health Forecast

85Score
Atmospheric Pressure1011.4 hPa
Volatility:Low
Migraine RiskLow

Stable conditions. Low risk of headaches.

Joint Pain RiskMedium

Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.

Fishing IndexFair

Moderate fish activity expected.

Air Quality Forecast
167AQI
Unhealthy
PM2.5 Concentration174.2 µg/m³

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Regional Safety Profile

Stable

Seismic Activity

Zero seismic activity detected in 30 years.

Total events (30y):0
💡 No earthquake preparedness needed. Enjoy your stay!
Very High

Typhoon Risk

Year-round risk present

Travel Alert: This region has elevated natural risks. We recommend registering with your embassy and keeping emergency numbers handy.

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Shenzhen on May 1 averages 27.9°C with a 40% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 85/100."

— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology

Shenzhen Weather History (2010–2024)

Temperature History

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Hall of Fame

Records from last 10 years

Hottest
2018
29.4°C
Coldest
2022
15.8°C
Rainiest
2022
57.4mm

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📍 Is Shenzhen Worth Visiting on May 1?

Planning a trip to Shenzhen on May 1? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year typically offers vibrant summer conditions averaging 27.9°C with a 40% historical precipitation risk.

🎉 Local Event: The date coincides with Labour Day, which may influence local business hours and event availability.

✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 468 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating peak tourist activity.

💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.

🌊 Coastal Conditions: Water temperature averages 25.1°C (tropical bath). Wave conditions are generally fun waves with heights around 0.51m.

📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 1 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 29.4°C in 2018, while the coldest dropped to 15.8°C in 2022.

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