May weather forecast
Fuzhou, China

May marks the advent of early summer in Fuzhou. The city transitions to a warmer climate with higher temperatures and more daylight hours. Intermittent rains continue to accompany the bright, sunny days, adding to the humidity. Unusually, May experiences the year's highest rainfall total, with an average of 194mm (7.64") of rain spread across 18.2 days. As the city moves toward June, residents anticipate the approaching mid-year high temperatures.

Temperature

The arrival of May witnesses a small shift in the average high-temperature, moving from 23.2°C (73.8°F) in April to a still moderately hot 26.7°C (80.1°F). In the month of May, Fuzhou's average low-temperature falls to a refreshing 19.2°C (66.6°F).

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Fuzhou, China, during May, the rain falls for 18.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 194mm (7.64") of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fuzhou, there are 149 rainfall days, and 1394mm (54.88") of precipitation is accumulated.

Daylight

The average length of the day in May is 13h and 25min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:25 and sunset at 18:34. On the last day of May, in Fuzhou, sunrise is at 05:10 and sunset at 18:50 CST.

Sunshine

In May, the average sunshine in Fuzhou is 3.7h.

UV index

May through August, with an average maximum UV index of 12, are months with the highest UV index in Fuzhou. A UV Index of 11, and more, symbolizes an extreme threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In May, the average maximum UV index of 12 translates into the following recommendations:
Implement every essential safety step. Individuals with fair skin might receive burns in less than 5 minutes. Seek shade and minimize exposure to direct Sun in a period between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV radiation is most intense; keep in mind that shade structures like parasols or canopies do not provide perfect sun protection. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key.