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Muang Pakbèng in May sees very high temperatures, with highs around 32°C (90°F) and overnight lows of 22°C (72°F). With the rainy season in full effect, expect around 178 mm (7 in) of rainfall and regular showers throughout the month.
Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. January, November and December typically offer the best weather for Muang Pakbèng.
Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Muang Pakbèng - and find the best time to visit.
Browse day-by-day weather records for Muang Pakbèng spanning 22 years. Select any month and year to see actual temperatures, rainfall, and conditions recorded on each day.
Based on 20 years of weather observations (2006-2026), these are the most extreme conditions recorded in Muang Pakbèng.
Find out more about the weather in Laos and which places have the best travel conditions in this month. See all of Laos in May →
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).
Warm but pleasant conditions in Muang Pakbèng in May. Focus on lightweight, maybe with natural fabrics, cotton blend shirts, comfortable shorts, and breathable footwear. A light cover-up for sun protection is smart too. It's going to pour! Pack a good poncho and prepare for very wet conditions.
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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