Vietnam weather in May

This is the first summer month in the North. Hanoi and Halong get hot with temperature revolving around 30°C (85°F). Sapa is still cloudy like much of the northeast while the northwest (Dien Bien Phu) are experiencing the hottest month of year. There are more downpours and thunderstorms in the whole regions.

Hue and Hoian are yet to be on the peak of the hot season but temperatures may rise to 35°C (95°F) in the midday. Also, it is drier with little rain.

Nha Trang is still in great conditions for a perfect retreat while Ho Chi Minh city is entering the rainy season. This south’s largest city observes more downpours but they happen very quickly and do an excellent job in lowering the daytime heat. Make sure to find a good hide if you see black cloud suddenly appearing on the sky.

note: this forecast for Vietnam weather in May was drawn from May of previous years.

Reservations

May marks the beginning of the low season so there is no need to make reservations.

Costs

May usually records the lowest rates of year. Many promotion programs are extensively carried out.

Further readings

Vietnam weather for other months:  January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December.

Weather forecast by city

Hanoi weather
Ho Chi Minh City weather
Sapa weather
Halong bay weather
Hoi an weather
Hue weather
Nha Trang weather
Dalat weather