May 9 is generally a great time to visit Suzhou. While there is a slight chance of rain (25%), showers are usually brief. Expect comfortable 24°C weather. Suzhou is seeing high visitor numbers, so iconic spots may be busier than usual.
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Essential Travel Info for Suzhou
Currency
CNY
¥ Chinese yuan
Language
Chinese
Driving
Right side
Connect
Suzhou has many free Wi-Fi access points...
Safety
Moderate Safety
GPI: 2.01
Suzhou Weather Forecast for May 9
"Mild & Comfortable. Expect average highs of 24.3°C. 25% chance of rain."
What to Wear in Suzhou in May
Based on historical data for May 9, Suzhou typically experiences temperatures between 15.5°C and 24.3°C. We recommend packing t-shirt, light clothing to stay comfortable. Trends suggest it will stay mostly dry (25% rain probability), but checking the forecast before heading out is always wise.
Complete Packing Guide
Weekly breakdown & essential items for Suzhou
Smart Suitcase
- T-Shirt
- Light Clothing
Average High
24.3°C
Daytime Peak
Average Low
15.5°C
Nighttime Low
Feels Like
25°C
☀️ Feels accurate
Rain Chance
25%
Avg 3.1mm if it rains
Cloud Cover
65%
Overcast
Pressure
1011.9 hPa
Medium volatility
Suzhou Weather Conditions & UV Index
Weather Confidence
30-year variance analysis
Based on 10 years of data
🎯 This date historically delivers consistent weather 93% of the time. Safe to plan outdoor activities with confidence.
Sun Exposure
UV Index & Safety Guide
Protection Needed
SPF 30 recommended
05:00 - 10:00
16:00 - 18:00
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?
Dew Point
19.1°C
Noticeable
Heat Stress
Low
No heat warning
😊 Best outdoor time:
Any time during daylight hours
Travel & Logistics Insights
Local Calendar
Business Day
Standard hours in China
Flight Traffic
Busy
62/100 pressure index
Health Advisory
Required
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Landing Slots
~72
Daily arrival options (inc. codeshare)
Sunrise, Sunset & Wind in Suzhou
Daylight & Sun
Solar Elevation Cycle
🌅 Sunrise
05:07
☀️ Noon
11:55
🌇 Sunset
18:43
⏱️ Daylight
13h 35m
Wind Speed
19.7 km/h
Gentle breeze
Sunshine
8.2 hrs
Direct Sun (Cloud-free)
Humidity
73%
Humid / Damp
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Travel Health & Safety in Suzhou
Travel Comfort Index
Real-time tourism conditions
Weather Quality
☀️ Excellent
Tourist Crowds
🟡 Busy
Price Level
💰💰💰 Expensive
Health & Wellbeing
Meteo-Health Forecast
Moderate fluctuations. Some sensitivity possible.
Mild discomfort possible for arthritic conditions.
Moderate fish activity expected.
Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.
Regional Safety Profile
Seismic Activity
Rare minor tremors. Buildings are earthquake-resistant.
"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA satellite data, Suzhou on May 9 averages 24.3°C with a 25% precipitation probability. Wedding/Outdoor Event Score: 94/100."
— Source: 30YearWeather.com|Data: NASA POWER (1991-2021)|View Methodology
Suzhou Weather History (2010–2024)
Temperature History
Hall of Fame
Records from last 10 years
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📍 Is Suzhou Worth Visiting on May 9?
Planning a trip to Suzhou on May 9? Our historical weather analysis based on 30 years of NASA satellite data shows that this time of year is characterized by pleasant mild weather averaging 24.3°C with a 25% historical precipitation risk.
✈️ Travel Logistics: Approximately 72 landing slots available daily during this period, indicating manageable crowd levels.
💉 Health Advisory: 10 vaccinations are recommended for China, including COVID-19.
📊 Historical Extremes: The hottest May 9 recorded in the last 30 years saw temperatures hit 31.9°C in 2021, while the coldest dropped to 8.7°C in 2023.