Guilin · SpringMonth summary
Guilin weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
68°F – 82°F
🌧 Rainy days
75% of days
☀️ Sunshine
7.1h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
October (8.2/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Guilin in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.0/10). October scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Guilin in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : — No sea access
- 💰 💰 Budget : 🌿 Shoulder
Local context
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Guilin. Temperatures rise (28°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 75% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. October (8.2/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °F | Max °F | Rain % | Precip in | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌦️ January | 43°F | 55°F | 47% | 0.2in | 4.6h | 4.0/10 |
| 🌦️ February | 45°F | 57°F | 55% | 0.2in | 3.5h | 3.5/10 |
| 🌧️ March | 54°F | 68°F | 73% | 0.4in | 4.3h | 4.5/10 |
| 🌧️ April | 61°F | 75°F | 72% | 0.5in | 5.6h | 6.2/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 68°F | 82°F | 75% | 0.5in | 7.1h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 75°F | 86°F | 84% | 0.7in | 8.9h | 6.0/10 |
| ⛅ July | 77°F | 90°F | 68% | 0.4in | 11.8h | 7.1/10 |
| ⛅ August | 77°F | 90°F | 62% | 0.3in | 11.2h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ September | 75°F | 88°F | 39% | 0.1in | 11.0h | 7.6/10 |
| 🌤️ October | 64°F | 79°F | 25% | 0.1in | 10.4h | 8.2/10 |
| ⛅ November | 55°F | 70°F | 36% | 0.2in | 8.4h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ December | 45°F | 61°F | 28% | 0.1in | 8.4h | 7.0/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Guilin averages 82°F, 75% rainy days and 7.1h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs October (best month)
The best month is October (score 8.2/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -2°F
- 🌧 Rainy days : -50%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +3.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Guilin in May
Is May a good time to visit Guilin?
May is an acceptable time for Guilin (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider October (8.2/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Guilin in May?
Yes, 75% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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