Monthly climate guide
Lijiang weather in May
May in Lijiang is typically warm, with average daytime highs around 23°C (73°F) and night-time lows near 8°C (46°F). The month usually brings about 55 mm of rain (some rain) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- May is Lijiang's second warmest month.
- Lijiang is usually about 3°C cooler than Dali, 140 km away, in May.
- Seasonally, May counts as late spring in Lijiang.
- Expect a big gap between day and night — about 15°C.
Avg high
23°C
73°F
Avg low
8°C
46°F
Rainfall
55 mm
some rain
Humidity
64%
relative
Sky
65%
cloud · often cloudy
Lijiang weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 10°C / 50°F | -3°C / 26°F | 9 mm | 68% | 23% |
| February | 13°C / 56°F | -2°C / 28°F | 13 mm | 67% | 30% |
| March | 16°C / 61°F | 0°C / 33°F | 23 mm | 65% | 44% |
| April | 19°C / 66°F | 4°C / 39°F | 42 mm | 65% | 59% |
| May | 23°C / 73°F | 8°C / 46°F | 55 mm | 64% | 65% |
| June | 24°C / 75°F | 11°C / 52°F | 124 mm | 72% | 85% |
| July | 23°C / 73°F | 12°C / 54°F | 244 mm | 78% | 94% |
| August | 22°C / 72°F | 12°C / 54°F | 215 mm | 78% | 87% |
| September | 21°C / 69°F | 10°C / 51°F | 142 mm | 80% | 84% |
| October | 18°C / 64°F | 6°C / 43°F | 57 mm | 76% | 57% |
| November | 14°C / 58°F | 1°C / 33°F | 8 mm | 71% | 24% |
| December | 12°C / 53°F | -2°C / 28°F | 5 mm | 70% | 23% |
What to pack for May
- T-shirts plus a light layer for the evening
- Comfortable trainers or sandals for long walks
- An extra layer — evenings are noticeably cooler than afternoons
- A small travel umbrella, just in case
Is May a good time to visit Lijiang?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Lijiang →Other China cities in May
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Lijiang in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Lijiang?
May is a reasonable time for Lijiang: highs around 23°C and about 55 mm of rain, though not one of the three best months.
How warm is Lijiang in May?
Average highs are about 23°C (73°F) and average lows about 8°C (46°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Lijiang in May?
Lijiang typically gets around 55 mm of rain in May — some rain.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Lijiang (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.