Foshan Weather in May

May: hot and soaking wet

May in Foshan feels sticky, with warm days and little sunshine. Rain falls often, so a dry morning can turn into a sudden downpour. Outdoor sightseeing is possible, but long walks around Qinghui Garden or Nanfeng Ancient Kiln can feel tiring in the heat. Keep indoor sights, such as the Foshan Ancestral Temple, for wet spells. It's also a poor month for relying on clear skies for photos.

The high is 31°C, and humidity reaches 83%. Rain adds up to 311 mm across 21 days, so expect damp paths and the odd change of plan. June is just as hot and wetter; November to February is a more comfortable time for a trip.

Holiday crowds

China's Labour Day holiday falls in May, though its dates vary by year. Foshan can get busy around the holiday, especially at popular sights and on transport routes from Guangzhou. Outside that period, crowds usually ease. Prices may rise during the holiday, but May is generally less in demand than Foshan's cooler months from November to February.

If you hate crowds, visit Qinghui Garden on a weekday after the holiday rather than joining the holiday rush.

Make rain work for you

Lingnan Tiandi is a handy choice when showers interrupt your day. Its old-style lanes, shops and places to eat make it easier to duck indoors than on a long outdoor route. For a local meal, look for Foshan's double-skin milk, a chilled milk pudding that suits a humid afternoon.

Use the Foshan Ancestral Temple as your rainy-day anchor, then visit nearby Lingnan Tiandi if the skies clear. That keeps your plans close together and avoids a long outdoor walk in heavy rain.