Sơn La weather in May (Sơn La province, Vietnam)

Curious about the May weather in Sơn La? Here's what the weather might have in store during this month.

In May, Sơn La typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures hover around 31°C, while nights can cool down to about 22°C. Typically, it's the hottest month of the year. Make sure to come prepared with breezy outfits. Whether you're out exploring or just lounging, being prepared can make your experience in this warm month much more enjoyable.

Sơn La in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 176 mm for the month. Delving into the climate records from the past 30 years, one can predict that nearly 16 days of the month will see rainfall.

With around 205 hours of sunshine, the days are mostly sunny. It gives a pleasant and vibrant feel to the area.

In case you lean more towards enjoying temperate temperatures and rain-free days January, February, March, October, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, June, July and August tend to have less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Sơn La climate page with graphs.

 

Sơn La, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 22°C  

Max Temperature 31°C  

Chance of Rain 55%  

Precipitation 176 mm  

Rainy days 16 days  

Humidity 77%  

Sunshine 205 hours  

Percentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Vietnam in May

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Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

Precipitation

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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).

So, what should you wear in Sơn La in May?

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 in May.

Swimming

8/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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