What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in May?

Expect temperatures between 18°C and 26°C with 43% average rain probability and about 8 hours of sunshine daily.

What is the weather like in Zhangjiajie in May?

Zhangjiajie in May scores 65/100 based on 30 years of climate data. Very good conditions overall.

Who should visit Zhangjiajie in May?

May in Zhangjiajie is ideal for: Cultural tourists, Business travelers.

Zhangjiajie Weather in May | 30-Year Forecast

Avg High

26°C

Hottest around day 31

Avg Low

18°C

Coolest around day 1

Rainy Days

31days

43% avg rain chance

Sunshine

8hrs/day

Spring season

Essential Travel Info for Zhangjiajie

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Currency

CNY

¥ Chinese yuan

Language

Chinese

Driving

Right side

Safety

Moderate Safety

GPI: 2.01

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Remote

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Off the beaten path

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Key Connections

Shanghai Pudong (PVG)

Beijing Daxing (PKX)

Busan-si Gimhae (PUS)

Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN)

Seoul Incheon (ICN)

Health & Safety Advisory

CDC travel health recommendations

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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 Zhangjiajie?

👍Very good conditions overall(65/100)

Short Answer

May falls in Zhangjiajie's wet season: 43% rain probability with average 5mm rainfall. Pack waterproofs and plan flexible indoor alternatives.

Decision Factors

Vaccinations required

Yellow Fever

Ideal temperature range

26°C - perfect for sightseeing and outdoor activities

Health precautions needed

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

Shoulder season - balanced conditions

37% of peak - good value with moderate crowds

Good For

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Cultural tourists
Comfortable conditions for exploring museums and sites
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Business travelers
Climate-controlled meetings unaffected by weather

Who Should Avoid

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Elderly travelers
79% humidity creates difficult conditions

"According to 30YearWeather's analysis of 30 years of NASA POWER satellite data,Zhangjiajie in May averages 26°C with 43% precipitation probability."

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

Frequently Asked Questions: Zhangjiajie in May

What are the temperatures in Zhangjiajie in May?

Daytime highs average 26°C, nights drop to 18°C. Temperatures remain fairly consistent.

How many rainy days in Zhangjiajie in May?

Expect around 31 days with measurable rainfall. An umbrella is advisable.

What to wear in Zhangjiajie in May?

Comfortable casual wear with a light jacket for evenings.

Is May peak season in Zhangjiajie?

This is shoulder season—moderate prices and manageable crowds.

Zhangjiajie Weather in May

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