Yunnan Travel in May

Traveling to Yunnan in May can also capture the beautiful spring view, in fact May is the just the right time for spring scenery of some places in Yunnan, such as Pudacuo National Park in Shangri-La. 

Yunnan Travel Weather and Climate in May

When you travel to Yunnan in May, May is the start of the rainy season and the temperature starts rising. The daily temperature difference in spring can vary between 12 and 20°C. 

Yunnan Temperature in May

Generally speaking, Yunnan enjoys a mild climate with pleasant weather but, due to its varied terrain, the weather is also diverse in different regions. In May, average temperature ranges from 25 °C (77 °F) to 14 °C (58 °F) in Kunming, and from 23°C (73°F) to 11°C (52°F) in Lijiang, and from 21.7°C (71°F) to 34.4°C (94°F) in Xishuangbanna, and from 13°C (55°F) to 25°C (77°F) in Dali.

What to Wear for Yunnan Travel in May

Take long-sleeved clothes with you, even on the hottest days. Moreover, an umbrella is useful on both sunny and rainy days. Sunblock is necessary.

Yunnan Weather and Climate by Month

Things to Do for Yunnan Travel in May

The wind is warm in May, the air filled with the smell of moist earth, it is not as hot as summer, and not as cool as spring, it is best for traveling.

  • Indepth Tour to Shangri-La: May to October is the best time to visit Shangri-La, with holy snow mountains, steep valleys, green meadows, mirror-like lakes, vast virgin forests, exotic plants and animals…It’s like a beautiful painting. Explore the natural beauty of Potatso National Park and experience Tibetan Buddhism at Songzanlin Monastery in Shangri-la.
  • Dongchuan Red Land Photography Tour: May to June is the best for Dongchuan Red Land Photography Tour, you may catch the colorful and breath-taking landscape of the redland. 
  • Birding Tours: May is the right time for Yunnan Birding Tours. Beihai Wetland Reserve in Tengchong offers its best beauty of the year in May, with purple iris blossoming and birds singing in the wetland, making it hightime for bird watching. You shouldn’t miss International Bird Watching Festival  which is usually held at Dehong Yingjiang County in May. 
  • Water Entertainment: Hot weather in the day time is suitable for you to do some water sports. Fuxian Lake in Yuxi City is recommended to you.
  • Joy of Festivals: The Huajie (Sanyuesan) Festival of Zhuang ethic people held in Wenshan is a good chance to discover ethnic culture during your Yunnan travel in June. Moreover, the Monihei Carnival of Wa People will bring you a different kind of joy. 

Places to Visit for Yunnan Travel in May

Yunnan Festivals and Events by Month

Travel Tips for Yunnan Travel in May

  • The sunshine in Yunnan is too strong during the day that you’d better take your sunscreen and sunglasses. 
  • You should drink more water, eat more fruit, and prevent dehydration.
  • Yunnan is a province with more minority nationalities. Please respect the living habits and customs of the minority nationalities.
  • Get ready for your Visa, and do remember your passport.
  • Prepare for your SIM card to make sure the internet use in China.
  • Take some medicine with you for emergency use, especially if you are easy to get altitude sickness.
  • Bring sunscreen, sunglasses and hats for the strong ultraviolet ray on the plateau.
  • Don’t forget your umbrella and rain gear during the rainy seasons.
  • Pack suitable clothes, windproof jacket and thick coat are suggested, outdoor clothing will be good.