Hangzhou vs Shenzhen in May

Hangzhou is the better pick in May — 70 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hangzhou is hot, soaked, poor air quality, while Shenzhen is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.

Hangzhou vs ShenzhenMay climate, side by side

HangzhouShenzhen
Comfort score70/100 (B)54/100 (D)
Feels-like high31°C35°C
Avg high / low29° / 18°30° / 24°
Rainfall168 mm226 mm
Rainy days1320
Humidity76%85%
Air quality (AQI)12285

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hangzhou vs Shenzhen in May — FAQ

Is May better in Hangzhou or Shenzhen?
Hangzhou is the better pick in May — 70 vs 54 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hangzhou is hot, soaked, poor air quality, while Shenzhen is sweltering, soaked, muggy air.
What is the weather like in Hangzhou vs Shenzhen in May?
In May, Hangzhou averages 29°C high / 18°C low with about 168 mm of rain; Shenzhen averages 30°C high / 24°C low with about 226 mm.