Nong khiaw

Bolikhamxay Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Bolikhamxay, Laos in May.

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Vang Vieng Muang Pakxan Nong khiaw

Planning a trip to Bolikhamxay, Laos this May? Here's what you need to know about the weather:

What to Expect in Bolikhamxay in May

Bolikhamxay, Laos is a region in Laos. May in Bolikhamxay generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 31°C (88°F) in Vang Vieng to 33°C (91°F) in Muang Pakxan. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 24°C (75°F) in Muang Pakxan and 22°C (72°F) in Vang Vieng. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

For a closer look at conditions across Bolikhamxay, Laos, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Nong khiaw with an average of 180 mm (7.1 in) to heavy rainfall in Muang Pakxan with 306 mm (12 in).

Explore Bolikhamxay by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Bolikhamxay — and find the best time to visit. (based on Vang Vieng)

January27°C (81°F) February29°C (84°F) March31°C (88°F) April32°C (90°F) May31°C (88°F) This monthJune30°C (86°F) July29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September30°C (86°F) October30°C (86°F) November29°C (84°F) December27°C (81°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Bolikhamxay in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Bolikhamxay.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

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).

Popular Destinations in Bolikhamxay

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Bolikhamxay, Laos?

Temperature range in Bolikhamxay (May)

Precipitation variation in Bolikhamxay (May)

Vang Vieng

In May Vang Vieng generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
Monthly rainfall
110 mm (4.3 in)
281 mm (11 in)
423 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
18 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Muang Pakxan

In May Muang Pakxan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
306 mm (12 in)
443 mm (17 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
unpleasant
poor
poor
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Nong khiaw

In May Nong khiaw generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 32°C (90°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 22°C (72°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
20°C (68°F)
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly rainfall
105 mm (4.1 in)
180 mm (7.1 in)
244 mm (9.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
12 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
tolerable
poor
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In our records: Laos May extremes

Notable May records observed across cities in Laos in our climate database (1976 – 2026). Historic readings can vary in quality, so treat these as illustrative.

  • In our records, the warmest May day in Laos reached 44°C (111°F) in Thalat on May 2, 1990.

Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Bolikhamxay in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Vang Vieng 31°C (88°F) 22°C (72°F) 281 mm (11 in)
Muang Pakxan 33°C (91°F) 24°C (75°F) 306 mm (12 in)
Nong khiaw 32°C (90°F) 22°C (72°F) 180 mm (7.1 in)

Bolikhamxay weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Bolikhamxay, Laos in May?

Expect poor weather across Bolikhamxay, Laos in May. The popular destination of Vang Vieng averages 31°C (88°F) by day and 22°C (72°F) at night during this month.

What is the average temperature in Bolikhamxay, Laos in May?

Average temperatures in Bolikhamxay, Laos during May range from a nighttime low near 22°C (72°F) to a daytime high around 31°C (88°F) in Vang Vieng.

Does Bolikhamxay, Laos get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Vang Vieng records an average of 281 mm (11 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Bolikhamxay, Laos.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Bolikhamxay, Laos?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Vang Vieng, May may not be the ideal time to visit Bolikhamxay, Laos.

Generally speaking, January, February, November and December provide perfect weather in Vang Vieng. In contrast, May, June, July, August and September tend to have poor weather conditions.

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