May weather forecastXining, China
May
Weather in May
As May begins in Xining, the transition to summer becomes palpable, adding a balmy hue to the spring's fading colors. The highest temperature now touches 19.8°C (67.6°F), supporting the trend of warming up. The total rainfall for this month escalates to a hefty 43mm (1.69"), signaling May's arrival into the city's monsoon regime. Daylight hours peak for the first time this year, matching stride with the incrementally increasing sunshine duration. The UV index stays at an annual high, enforcing the importance of sun protection during outdoor activities.Temperature
May's onset is marked by a subtle temperature increase, moving from a moderate 15.9°C (60.6°F) in April to a comfortable 19.8°C (67.6°F). The average low-temperature reading in May for Xining reflects a significant fall from the daytime highs, stabilizing at a frosty 6.3°C (43.3°F).Humidity
In Xining, the average relative humidity in May is 53%.Rainfall
In Xining, China, in May, during 10.7 rainfall days, 43mm (1.69") of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Xining, during the entire year, the rain falls for 96.9 days and collects up to 374mm (14.72") of precipitation.Daylight
The average length of the day in May is 14h and 7min.On the first day of May, sunrise is at 06:18 and sunset at 20:01. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 05:56 and sunset at 20:25 CST.
Sunshine
With an average of 8.2h of sunshine, May has the most sunshine of the year in Xining.UV index
In May, the average daily maximum UV index in Xining is 11. A UV Index value of 11, and more, symbolizes an ultimate health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In May, an average UV index of 11 transforms into the following instructions:
Carry out all important precautions, unprotected skin could get burns in no time. The Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to avoid direct sunlight during this period. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in May
Xining, China
- Average high temperature in May: 19.8°C
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (24.6°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (1.4°C).
- Average low temperature in May: 6.3°C
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (11.5°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (-13.6°C).
Average humidity in May
Xining, China
- Average humidity in May: 53%
The month with the highest relative humidity is September (68%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is February (44%).
Average rainfall in May
Xining, China
- Average rainfall in May: 43mm
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (88.2mm).
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.2mm).
Average rainfall days in May
Xining, China
- Average rainfall days in May: 10.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.2 days).
Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Xining, China
- Average daylight in May: 14h and 6min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in May: 8h and 12min
The month with the most sunshine is May (Average sunshine: 8h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).
Average UV index in May
Xining, China
- Average UV index in May: 11
The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 12).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
