Beijing · May
Run in the morning.
Comfortable average high of 83°F, dipping to 58°F at night. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
Avg high / low
83° / 58°F
Humidity
41%
Rain days
7/mo
Wind
14 mph
What May feels like in Beijing
Sunrise
04:59
Mid-month average
Sunset
19:22
Mid-month average
Time-of-day breakdown
Morning
Steady cool air, low wind, and good light. The standard runner window in most months.
Midday
Mild but UV and traffic peak. Workable if you don't mind shifting your pace.
Evening
Warm and runnable. Crowded routes but the air's typically calm.
What to wear running in Beijing in May
The kit for May in Beijing: shorts and a short-sleeve are the standard kit.
May vs the surrounding months
vs April
+11° avg high
+1 rain days
Beijing in April →
May
83°F avg high
7 rain days
Best: morning
vs June
-8° avg high
-2 rain days
Beijing in June →
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best time of day to run in Beijing in May?+
Morning. Comfortable conditions all day, but morning consistently delivers the best combination of cool air and clear skies.
What's the average temperature in Beijing in May?+
Average high 83°F, average low 58°F.
How does May compare to surrounding months in Beijing?+
Compared to April (avg high 72°F), May is warmer. Compared to June (avg high 90°F), May is cooler.
Does it rain often in Beijing in May?+
Expect about 7 measurable rain days in May, on average.