Can Tho weather in May (Can Tho Municipality, Vietnam)

How is the weather in Can Tho in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Can Tho typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 34°C. But by evening, they drop to around 26°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Can Tho in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 206 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 15 days of rain.

The city usually sees around 211 hours of sunlight, indicating many sunny days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Can Tho. January and February typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, May, June, July, August, September and October tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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

 

Can Tho, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 26°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 34°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 49%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 206 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 15 days  
HumidityHumidity 84%  
SunshineSunshine 211 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine  

Where to go in Vietnam in May

Find out more about the weather in Vietnam in May and which places have the best weather 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).

So, what should you wear in Can Tho 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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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