Weather in Vietnam in may 2025

Below, find the the weather forecast for the month of may for most popular cities in Vietnam. These predictions are statistics for may from weather reports for over 10 years. The percentage indicates the probability of having the weather mentioned.



Where to go in Vietnam in may?

Where to go in Vietnam in may: destination map

Vietnam: weather map in may in different regions
Vietnam: weather map in may in different regions ©whereandwhen.net

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Where to go in each region in may?

North Vietnam
(Hanoi, Sapa (North Vietnam), Halong Bay...)
81°F to 95°F7 à 18 days83°F
tolerable weather*
South Vietnam
(Ho Chi Minh City, Phu Quoc island (Koh Trol), Mekong Delta...)
86°F to 95°F10 à 22 days86°F to 88°F
tolerable weather*
Vietnam Central Coast
(Hoi An, Nha Trang, Vinh...)
90°F to 94°F5 à 14 days83°F to 86°F
good weather*
Vietnam Central Mountains
(Dalat, Buon Ma Thuot, Pleiku...)
85°F to 94°F19 à 28 days
very bad weather*
*over most of the region. Weather may vary locally.


Where should you go in Vietnam in may when it comes to the weather?

Remember:
The climate in Vietnam in may ranges from good to tolerable depending on the region and city.

The heat and the strong increase in precipitation characterizes the climate throughout May in Vietnam. Most cities and towns are experiencing unfavorable climatic conditions. However, in the north, it is possible to have a more acceptable atmosphere.

Northern Vietnam in May

The effect of the monsoon is beginning to be felt on the climate in Vietnam. The Sapa area is the most humid and the chances of seeing favorable climatic conditions are very slim. On the other hand, in Hanoi and Halong Bay, time is relatively acceptable.

Central Vietnam in May

High heat and high humidity make the climate in the center unsuitable for tourist activities.

Southern Vietnam in May

The weather in Vietnam throughout May in the city of Ho Chi Minh does not allow outdoor activities or sightseeing. The abundance of rain and the suffocating heat are likely to inconvenience visitors.


Climate in Vietnam in may

Climate in Hanoi in may

In may, the mean temperature in Hanoi is 88°F (maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is burning around this city in the month of may. With 6.9in over 11 days, rainfall can happen for your holidays. But this is moderate and it is only of temporary showers.
With proper weather, may is okay (but not the best month) for traveling in that area.

May
Average temperature 88°F
Highest temperature 95°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 82°F
Rainfall 6.9in
Number of days with rainfall 11 day(s)
(36%)
Humidity 84%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 47%
Length of day 13:08
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Hanoi in may

Climate in Halong Bay in may

In the month of may, the mean temperature in Halong Bay is 83°F (maximum temperature is 86°F and minimum temperature is 81°F). The climate is very warm in this location in this month. With 12.2in over 14 days, you may find yourself often in the rain throughout your vacations. Consider to bring clothes for rain.
With a correct weather, the month of may is okay (but not good time) for traveling in this city.

May
Average temperature 83°F
Highest temperature 86°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 81°F
Rainfall 12.2in
Number of days with rainfall 14 day(s)
(44%)
Humidity 86%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 43%
Length of day 13:07
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Halong Bay in may

Climate in Dalat in may

In may, the mean temperature in Dalat is 77°F (maximum temperature is 85°F and minimum temperature is 72°F). The climate nice here in the month of may. With 33.6in over 28 days, you will suffer the rain for your trip. So remember to pack clothes for rain.

May
Average temperature 77°F
Highest temperature 85°F
Lowest temperature 72°F
Rainfall 33.6in
Number of days with rainfall 28 day(s)
(89%)
Humidity 93%
Daily sunshine hours 12
Cloud cover 62%
Length of day 12:40
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net very bad
more information about the climate in Dalat in may

Climate in Ho Chi Minh City in may

In may, the mean temperature in Ho Chi Minh City is 90°F (maximum temperature is 95°F and minimum temperature is 85°F). The climate is burning in this location in this month. With 13.1in over 20 days, rain is to be feared during your vacations. So remember to bring clothes for rain.

May
Average temperature 90°F
Highest temperature 95°F
Lowest temperature 85°F
Rainfall 13.1in
Number of days with rainfall 20 day(s)
(66%)
Humidity 80%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 39%
Length of day 12:36
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net bad
more information about the climate in Ho Chi Minh City in may

Climate in Hoi An in may

In the month of may, maximum temperature is 90°F and minimum temperature is 81°F (for an average temperature of 86°F). The climate is very hot in that area in the month of may. With 8.1in over 13 days, rainfall can happen during your trip. But this is moderate and it will not be continuous.
With a bad climate, may is not recommended month to go in this city.

May
Average temperature 86°F
Highest temperature 90°F
Lowest temperature 81°F
Sea temperature 83°F
Rainfall 8.1in
Number of days with rainfall 13 day(s)
(43%)
Humidity 83%
Daily sunshine hours 13
Cloud cover 29%
Length of day 12:52
Our opinion at whereandwhen.net tolerable
more information about the climate in Hoi An in may


All cities in Vietnam in may

Hanoi in maytolerable weather
Halong Bay in maytolerable weather
Dalat in mayvery bad weather
Ho Chi Minh City in maybad weather
Hoi An in maytolerable weather
Nha Trang in maygood weather
Phu Quoc island (Koh Trol) in maytolerable weather
Sapa (North Vietnam) in maytolerable weather
Vinh in maygood weather
Buon Ma Thuot in maytolerable weather
Da Nang in maytolerable weather
Mekong Delta in maytolerable weather
Huế in maytolerable weather
Phan Thiet in maygood weather
A Pa Chai in maytolerable weather
Bac Ha in maygood weather
Bai Lang (Cham islands) in maytolerable weather
Bãi Xép Beach (An Chấn) in maygood weather
Cat Tien National Park in maybad weather
Co Thach Beach (Bình Thạnh) in maygood weather
Con Dao island in maytolerable weather
Do Son Beach (Vạn Hương) in maytolerable weather
Dốc Lết Beach (Ninh Hòa) in maygood weather
Ha Giang in maytolerable weather
Hải Phòng in maytolerable weather
Cat Ba island in maytolerable weather
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Weather data for Vietnam in may:

Weather data for Vietnam in may is derived from an average of the weather forecast since 2009 in Vietnam. There is a margin of error and these forecasts are to be considered as general information only. The weather in Vietnam can vary slightly from year to year, but these predictions should limit surprises. So you can pack your bags and check when is the best time to go to Vietnam.


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