May · China
Best time to visit Hangzhou in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Hangzhou in May
Average temperature 21°C, 126 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.2/10
Ranked #4 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 21°C
- Rainfall
- 126 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Moderate Crowds
- Average Expenses
- $$ · Moderate Cost ($$)
May in Hangzhou scores 7.2/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - an above-average month (#4 of 12). Expect around 21°C, 126 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Hangzhou's West Lake, stone causeways, and Longjing tea hills have drawn visitors since the Song dynasty.
May holds up well in Hangzhou — 4th best month
May averages 21°C (70°F) — pleasant for mornings and evenings on foot in the city, with a midday break when the sun is strongest.
Monthly rainfall reaches 126 mm — wet for this destination — but about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.2/10 here, 4th of 12 months, against 8.6/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for mid-season pricing, with crowds are moderate.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Hangzhou in May?
- In May, Hangzhou averages 21°C, 126 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.2/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Hangzhou?
- May earns a 7.2/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Hangzhou in May?
- Expect about 126 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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