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Zhangjiajie weather in May

Monthly temperatures, rain, humidity, what to wear and what to pack — 2024–2025 historical average

Zhangjiajie May weather at a glance

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In May, Zhangjiajie averages 23°C, with typical highs of 27.9°C and lows of 18.7°C. The historical average is 13 wet days and 79% humidity.

Compared with Seoul in May, it is 6.4°C warmer than Seoul, with 4 more wet days.

Zhangjiajie May temperature & humidity

Average23°CHigh 27.9° / low 18.7°
Humidity79%
Wet days13 days40% of days
Day–night range9.2°

Zhangjiajie May rain & wet days

Wet days13 daysHistorical monthly average
Share of wet days40%Not a forecast probability

Pack a compact umbrella. Keep an indoor stop available between outdoor activities.

What to wear in Zhangjiajie in May

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

  • DaytimeBreathable short sleeves, hat and sunscreen · average high 27.9°C
  • Morning & eveningLight layer for air-conditioned rooms · average low 18.7°C
  • FootwearComfortable walking shoes; quick-dry footwear for rainy days.
Useful extras
Breathable T-shirtsHat and sunglassesCompact umbrella
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Zhangjiajie May sunrise & sunset times

2026 May · Local time (Asia/Shanghai)

Sunrise on the 15th05:47
Sunset on the 15th19:23
Daylight duration13h 36m
Start, middle and end of the month
DateSunriseSunsetDaylight
2026-05-0105:5719:1413h 17m
2026-05-1505:4719:2313h 36m
2026-05-3105:4019:3213h 52m

For sunset photos, arrive before the listed sunset time. Clouds, mountains and buildings can change when the sun becomes visible or disappears.

Calculated for the city coordinates with daylight saving applied. SunCalc · tz-lookup

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Best months to visit Zhangjiajie

Bar height shows our simple weather-comfort score, not a safety rating; colour shows temperature.

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May weather by year

May 202422.8°12 wet days, 79% humidity
May 202523.1°13 wet days, 79% humidity

Daily weather in 2025

Daily high and low temperatures; blue labels show precipitation

132°16°
234°17°
328°20°
429°17°14mm
528°17°
628°16°
730°17°
829°20°45mm
930°18°
1020°15°23mm
1128°13°
1231°14°
1331°15°
1429°20°5.2mm
1527°20°2.9mm
1630°19°
1727°20°2.7mm
1831°22°1.3mm
1933°21°
2032°22°3.4mm
2135°23°
2228°24°33mm
2327°21°
2427°20°1mm
2528°19°
2631°16°
2723°19°22mm
2826°19°11mm
2929°17°
3028°18°
3125°22°8.7mm

Frequently asked questions

What is Zhangjiajie weather like in May?

In May, Zhangjiajie averages 23°C, with typical highs of 27.9°C and lows of 18.7°C. The historical average is 13 wet days and 79% humidity. Our weather-comfort rating for this month is fair.

Does it rain a lot in Zhangjiajie in May?

There are about 13 wet days in May. A compact umbrella is still useful.

What should I wear in Zhangjiajie in May?

Choose breathable summer clothes and pack sun protection. Showers are possible, so a compact umbrella is useful.

What are the best months to visit Zhangjiajie?

Recent weather data rates March, October, November, December among the more comfortable months.

Where can I check Zhangjiajie weather in May in real time?

Check local webcams for the view right now and a local weather service for today’s forecast. Monthly temperatures here are historical averages.

What time are sunrise and sunset in Zhangjiajie in May?

On 2026-05-15, calculated sunrise is 05:47 and sunset is 19:23 in local time (Asia/Shanghai). Times vary by date and terrain.

Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0) · 2024–2025 historical data, aggregated and rounded by this site. Not a forecast or long-term climate normal. Calculation method and limitations