May Weather in Hangzhou

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Hangzhou, China, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 23°C (73°F). Highs can soar to 35°C (95°F), while lows may dip to 13°C (56°F). Typically, the humidity level in Hangzhou throughout May hovers around 87%.

13°C (56°F)

Minimum temperature

23°C (73°F)

Average temperature

35°C (95°F)

Maximum temperature

87%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Hangzhou averages 165 mm (6.5 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 12 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 13 hours 40 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 8 hours 49 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 27% probability of sunny days during this period.

165 mm (6.5 inches)

Precipitation

12 rainy days

Rainy days

8 hours 49 minutes

Sunshine hours

27%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Hangzhou reaches a maximum of 11, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 11:00 and 13:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  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
UVI 2 4 7 9 11 11 10 8 5 3 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 30 min 45 min

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