Last updated: March 2, 2024
The weather in Shanghai, China, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 21°C (71°F). Highs can soar to 32°C (90°F), while lows may dip to 14°C (57°F). Typically, the humidity level in Shanghai throughout May hovers around 87%.
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In May, Shanghai averages 117 mm (4.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 10 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 43 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 9 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 29% probability of sunny days during this period.
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In May, the UV Index in Shanghai reaches a maximum of 10, indicating a level of VeryHigh exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 15 minutes.
| 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | |
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| UVI | 2 | 4 | 6 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exposure | Low | Moderate | High | VeryHigh | High | Moderate | Low | ||||||
| Time to burn | 45 min | 30 min | 25 min | 15 min | 25 min | 30 min | 45 min | ||||||