May weather forecastJinjiang, China

May

Weather in May

The arrival of May spins the weather cycle towards a notably increased temperature, marking the official onset of summer in Jinjiang. Compared to the preceding months, the surge in heat is coupled with high humidity, creating a sensation of stickiness. The increased warmth also results in the city witnessing powerful afternoon thunderstorms, thereby signaling summer's peak phase. Nonetheless, the overcast nature of the sky delivers majestic hues during sunrise and sunset. The city averages an increased rainfall measurement of 116mm (4.57").

Temperature

The start of May marks an average high-temperature of a still warm 26.6°C (79.9°F), hardly distinguishable from the conditions in April. Jinjiang registers a gentle descent to an average nighttime low of 21.7°C (71.1°F) in May from its daytime highs.

Humidity

In May, the average relative humidity is 82%.

Rainfall

In Jinjiang, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation. In Jinjiang, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168 days and collects up to 797mm (31.38") of precipitation.

Daylight

In Jinjiang, the average length of the day in May is 13h and 21min.
On the first day of May, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:50 CST.

Sunshine

In Jinjiang, the average sunshine in May is 8.2h.

UV index

The average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index value of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In May, the maximum UV index of 6 transforms into these recommendations:
Shield from overexposure. Defense against sun-related harm is required. Avoid direct Sun exposure and stay in the shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., a time when UV radiation is most intense, noting that not all shade structures offer full protection. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses.

Frequently asked questions

An average high-temperature, in May, in Jinjiang, is 26.6°C (79.9°F) and the average low-temperature is 21.7°C (71.1°F).

The average relative humidity in May is 82%.

In Jinjiang, in May, it is raining for 18.7 days, with typically 116mm (4.57") of accumulated precipitation.

The average day length in May is 13h and 21min.

In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 05:30 and sunset at 18:35. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:16 and sunset at 18:50 CST.

In May, the average sunshine duration is 8.2h.

In May, the average daily maximum UV index is 6. A UV Index estimate of 6 to 7 represents a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average high temperature in May: 26.6°C

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (31.5°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (16.4°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 21.7°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is August (26°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (11.4°C).

Average pressure in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average pressure in May: 1010.5mbar

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (1021.9mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is August (1005.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average wind speed in May: 12.1km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is October (18.1km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (11.2km/h).

Average humidity in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average humidity in May: 82%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is December (74%).

Average rainfall in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average rainfall in May: 116mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (144mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (23mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average rainfall days in May: 18.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average daylight in May: 13h and 18min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 13h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average sunshine days in May: 10.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (8.8 days).

Average UV index in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 4).

Average cloud cover in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average cloud cover in May: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is May (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in May
Jinjiang, China

  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June, July and August (9km).