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Luang Prabang weather in May (Luang Prabang, Laos)

What's the typical weather in Luang Prabang for May? Our page offers a comprehensive look at the weather you can expect this month.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Luang Prabang includes very high temperatures and high rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 32°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 22°C. These are average temperatures, but occasional heat spikes are possible. Stay comfortable by wearing light clothing and drinking water.

Precipitation

Luang Prabang in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 156 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 days of rain.

Average sunshine

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 185 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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Luang Prabang, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 32°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 156 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 81%  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s  
SunshineSunshine 185 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Laos in May

Find out more about the weather in Laos and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Laos, check out our Luang Prabang's climate page.

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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