The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Guilin. Temperatures rise (28°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 51% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. October (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
May ranks 3 out of 12 months in Guilin. Compared to April: +4°C daytime, +1.0h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
6 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
muggy at times
20°
Daylight
13.2h of daylight
Air quality
fair
AQI 44
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Guilin is October (8.3/10), 0.9 pt higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a city break.
Country · China
🗣️LanguageMandarin
💶CurrencyYuan renminbi (¥)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘVery safe · 1/5
💰Cost of living ⓘCheap · 2/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTemperate
📈Climate trend ⓘ+1.45°C/decade
🔥Hottest monthJuly · 32°C
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 13°C
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJune · 61%
🏛️ City break
📅Tourist peak seasonJune → August
☔Indoor sights ⓘYear-round
🚇Public transportGood
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Location
Where is Guilin ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
ChinaTemperate climate with a 8.3 → 4.0 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
25.27°N · 110.29°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Guilin?
October is the best month with 26.0°C highs, 18.0°C lows, 5.1h of sunshine and 16.0% rainy days. The months of October & May offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Guilin get in October?
Guilin averages 5.1 sunshine hours per day in October. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 7.8/10.
What is the rainiest month in Guilin?
January is the most unfavourable month with January has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Guilin in October?
In October, overnight lows reach 18.0°C, while afternoon highs average 26.0°C.
Is Guilin good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Guilin scores 4.1/10 on average — Difficult period — prefer the peak season.. The best month overall remains October with a score of 7.8/10.
When should you avoid Guilin?
January is the most difficult month to visit Guilin, with January has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Guilin in May?
The average UV index reaches 6 in May in Guilin (high), with about 13.2h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.