Normal weather for Vietnam in May
It's hot in May in Vietnam with an average temperature of 32°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 22°C and 24°C.
In May, there is an average of 195 mm of precipitation, spread over 20 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Vietnam in May |
UK | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average Temperature |
32°C | 18°C | |
 High Temp |
33°C | 21°C | |
| Low Temp |
30°C | 15°C | |
 Total Precipitation |
195 mm | 46 mm | |
| Rainy Days |
20 days | 8 days | |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Vietnam with hot temperatures, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights close to 23°C. A few showers might pop up in the first days of the month, but the weather remains mostly sunny and dry. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
Mid-May
By mid-May, the average daytime temperature drops to around 32°C, with nights close to 23°C. During this part of the month, you can expect regular precipitation, but there’ll also be some sunny days. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Vietnam will be around 32°C, with nights close to 24°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Breezy clothes like shorts or a dress, plus a hat and sunglasses, are ideal.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Vietnam?
After some sun? Then May isn’t the best time to be in Vietnam. The temperature is pleasant, but there’s too much chance of rain this month.
The typhoon season in Vietnam runs from June to November.
Temperature records for Vietnam in May
With 39°C, Vietnam hit the highest temperature in the last 10 years in May 2014. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2017. The extreme night temperatures ranged from a low of 17°C to a high of 28°C.
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The climate of Vietnam is based on weather data from Hanoi. Other spots, like Halong Bay, Ho Chi Minh City or Hội An, might have different weather. You can check out all destinations in Vietnam for a full picture of the climate.
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Daily Temperature in May in Vietnam
This chart shows the average daily temperatures, both day and night, for each day in May in Vietnam, measured in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the maximum temperatures, while the blue line shows the minimums. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, gives an overview of the average daily temperatures during this month.
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Daily Precipitation in May in Vietnam
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Vietnam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are shown at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that rain is more likely. But it’s still an average, so each day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect around 20 days of rain in Vietnam.
Daily UV Index in May in Vietnam
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Vietnam, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Vietnam Over the Years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Vietnam, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past years.
Total Precipitation in May in Vietnam Over the Years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Vietnam, measured in millimetres over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail.
Daily climate in May for Vietnam
Click on a specific day in May for detailed info on the typical weather on that day in Vietnam. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
Weather experiences in May in Vietnam
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Average Weather in Vietnam by Month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Vietnam. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.
