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Sơn La Weather in May

During May, Sơn La experiences very high daytime temperatures of 31°C (88°F) and cooler nights around 22°C (72°F). May sits within the rainy season, so expect regular and often heavy rainfall.

Rainfall in Sơn La in May

As part of the rainy season, Sơn La sees around 16 days of rain in May, with an average of 176 mm (6.9 in). Rainfall this month is frequent and tends to be fairly heavy when it does fall. Packing waterproofs is a good idea.

Temperature in Sơn La in May

Expect highs of 31°C (88°F) in Sơn La in May, with nights dropping to around 22°C (72°F). Sunshine and humidity can make it feel even warmer than the raw temperature suggests. With lows of 22°C (72°F), the nights are warm and generally comfortable. These temperatures represent the average, but hotter days can occur. Be prepared with light clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Sunshine in Sơn La in May

With approximately 205 hours of sunshine, the days are filled with clear skies during the day. Rain typically falls in the afternoon or evening, keeping mornings and early parts of the day sunny.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and pleasant temperatures, January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the best circumstances for Sơn La.

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Sơn La Temperature in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C (72°F)  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C (88°F)  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 55%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 176 mm (6.9 in)  
Rainy daysRainy days 16 days  
HumidityHumidity 77%  
SunshineSunshine 205 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Best Places in Vietnam in May

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Sơn La in May

Warm weather calls for comfortable, breathable clothing in May. Cotton t-shirts, shorts, light dresses, and sandals are perfect. You might still want a light layer for evenings or air-conditioned places (for example buses). Also bring a poncho, it will rain a lot! Waterproof everything you can. Don't forget sun protection, sunglasses, sunscreen, and a hat. These are all good ideas with this much sunshine.

What To Do in Sơn La in May

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

Swimming
8/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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