What is the weather like in Xi'an in May?

Expect temperatures between 15°C and 27°C with 19% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Xi'an in May?

Xi'an in May scores 64/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Good option with minor considerations.

Who should visit Xi'an in May?

May in Xi'an is ideal for: Families with children, Outdoor enthusiasts, Cultural tourists, Honeymoon couples, Business travelers.

Xi'an Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

27°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

15°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

1days

19% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Xi'an

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Connect

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Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Flight Connectivity Analysis

Airport traffic data & seasonal patterns

Well Connected

75/ 100

Traffic Index

Popular destination

Peak Daily Arrivals

slots per day

Peak

Aug

Low

Apr

Monthly Traffic Distribution

457

Jan

496

Feb

483

Mar

350

Apr

355

May

462

Jun

523

Jul

526

Aug

500

Sep

449

Oct

407

Nov

460

Dec

Traffic Level

Low Season

Key Connections

Shenzhen Bao'an (SZX)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Ürümqi Diwopu (URC)

Beijing Daxing (PKX)

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 Xi'an?

👌Good option with minor considerations(64/100)

Short Answer

Xi'an shines in May with 27°C pleasant temperatures and minimal 19% rain chance. Expect 9 hours of sunshine daily - pack light layers for evenings.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Poor air quality: Unhealthy

Unhealthy. Everyone should reduce outdoor activities.

Health precautions needed

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

Comfortable humidity levels

54% humidity - pleasant conditions

Plenty of sunshine

9h of sunshine daily

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

67% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Families with children
Comfortable 27.4°C temperatures and low 19% rain risk
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Outdoor enthusiasts
Ideal hiking conditions: 27.4°C, 19% rain chance
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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Honeymoon couples
Wedding score 98/100 with romantic weather conditions
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

Suitable for most traveler types

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Xi'an in May averages 27°C with 19% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Xi'an in May

What are the temperatures in Xi'an in May?

Daytime highs average 27°C, nights drop to 15°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Xi'an in May?

Expect around 1 days with measurable rainfall. Rain is unlikely to disrupt plans.

What to wear in Xi'an in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Xi'an?

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

Xi'an Weather in May

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