Monthly climate guide
Wuhan weather in May
May in Wuhan is typically hot, with average daytime highs around 27°C (81°F) and night-time lows near 19°C (65°F). The month usually brings about 158 mm of rain (very wet) and is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 4°C warmer than April and 3°C cooler than June.
What stands out in May
- Expect more cloud than at any other time of year.
- Humidity near 75% makes 27°C feel stickier than it sounds.
- In Wuhan, May is late spring.
- Just 400 km apart, but Wuhan runs about 2°C warmer than Zhangjiajie this month.
Avg high
27°C
81°F
Avg low
19°C
65°F
Rainfall
158 mm
very wet
Humidity
75%
relative
Sky
75%
cloud · often cloudy
Wuhan weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 9°C / 48°F | 0°C / 33°F | 52 mm | 75% | 70% |
| February | 12°C / 53°F | 3°C / 37°F | 65 mm | 75% | 74% |
| March | 17°C / 63°F | 8°C / 46°F | 97 mm | 75% | 73% |
| April | 23°C / 74°F | 13°C / 56°F | 133 mm | 75% | 71% |
| May | 27°C / 81°F | 19°C / 65°F | 158 mm | 75% | 75% |
| June | 30°C / 86°F | 23°C / 73°F | 260 mm | 79% | 79% |
| July | 32°C / 90°F | 26°C / 79°F | 238 mm | 80% | 68% |
| August | 33°C / 91°F | 26°C / 78°F | 118 mm | 76% | 64% |
| September | 29°C / 85°F | 21°C / 70°F | 98 mm | 72% | 67% |
| October | 24°C / 75°F | 15°C / 58°F | 95 mm | 71% | 63% |
| November | 17°C / 63°F | 9°C / 47°F | 75 mm | 75% | 65% |
| December | 11°C / 51°F | 2°C / 35°F | 32 mm | 72% | 61% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Wuhan?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Wuhan →Other China cities in May
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Wuhan in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Wuhan?
May is one of the wetter months in Wuhan, with about 158 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Wuhan in May?
Average highs are about 27°C (81°F) and average lows about 19°C (65°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Wuhan in May?
Wuhan typically gets around 158 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Wuhan (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.