This is what travelchinaguide.com has for the weather we may encounter in China in May:

Spring in Beijing comes in early April and lasts till the end of May. To visit Beijing in spring, you need to bring lightweight clothing such as long-sleeved shirts or T-shirts, plus one or two jackets and sweaters. Generally, the spring in Beijing is warm, windy and dry. The temperature rises in spring, but there is a sharp difference in temperature between the day and the night. Do wear warm clothes when enjoying outdoor nightlife. Strong wind occurs sometimes with terrible floating dust and sandstorms. Please remember to prepare glasses, masks and scarves. In May the average high is 79°F and the average low is 57°F with an average temp of 68°F. Typically there are six days of rain totaling less than 1.5″.

The weather in spring in Tianjin is pleasant and suitable for traveling. However, there will be windy days and sandstorms occasionally. In May the average high is 79°F and the average low is 59°F with an average temp of 68°F. Typically there are six days of rain totaling about 1.5″.

Spring in Shanghai is from March to May. This is the best season in a year for traveling. Spring flowers in bloom make the city lively and attractive. Light rain happens however will not disturb your trip. Long-sleeved shirts, thin sweaters or coats are suitable for this time. In May the average high is 75°F and the average low is 61°F with an average temp of 68°F. Typically there are ten days of rain totaling less than 3.5″.

Suzhou is located in a subtropical monsoon zone, so the weather is mild and moist. It’s best to visit Suzhou between January and April because the temperature is not too low and the flowers are in full bloom until June. The Tiger Hill Flower Festival takes place in Suzhou from March to May. In May the average high is 75°F and the average low is 61°F with an average temp of 68°F. Typically there are ten days of rain totaling about 4.5″.

Hangzhou has a subtropical monsoon climate with mild and moist weather. Generally, spring starts in March; April and May are the best seasons for visiting. In May the average high is 79°F and the average low is 63°F with an average temp of 70°F. Typically there are 15 days of rain totaling about 5.75″.

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