Dali weather in May

Dali, China
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May in Dali: warm, a little rain — one of the best months to visit.

#2 of 12 months in Dali · #63 of 897 destinations to visit in May · comfort 93/100 (tier S)

Updated June 2026 · climate normals from ERA5 reanalysis

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Dali climate normals — May

Daytime high26°C / 78°F🌤 warm
Nighttime low15°C / 59°F
Rainfall59 mm / 2.3 in🌦 some rain
Rainy days8 days
Humidity70%💧 humid
Dew point12°C / 54°F
Sunshine11.1 h/day
Daylight13.4 h
Wind15 km/h / 9 mph
Air quality (US AQI)60🙂 moderate

Monthly averages from ERA5 reanalysis. AQI is the mean US Air Quality Index for the month.

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Dali in May — FAQ

Is May a good time to visit Dali?
May in Dali: warm, a little rain — one of the best months to visit. It ranks #2 of 12 months for Dali on SeasonMap's comfort score (93/100).
What is the weather like in Dali in May?
In May, Dali averages a daily high of 25.5°C and a low of 14.8°C, with about 59.2 mm of rain over roughly 7.6 rainy days.
What is the air quality in Dali in May?
Dali has a mean US Air Quality Index of about 60 in May.

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