Điện Biên Province Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam in May.

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Are you planning a trip a to Điện Biên Province, Vietnam in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.

What to Expect in Điện Biên Province in May

Điện Biên Province, Vietnam is a region in Vietnam. May in Điện Biên Province generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) in Điện Biên Phủ. In Điện Biên Province, Vietnam, May typically stands out as the hottest month of the year. If you're planning a visit during this time, it would be wise to come prepared. Packing light and breathable summer cloths will ensure you stay comfortable throughout your stay.

For a closer look at conditions across Điện Biên Province, Vietnam, refer to the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 201 mm (7.9 in) in Điện Biên Phủ.

Average sunshine

Sunshine is generally plentiful throughout many areas. Điện Biên Phủ enjoys about 204 hours of sunlight, ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Điện Biên Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Điện Biên Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Điện Biên Phủ)

January23°C (73°F) February26°C (79°F) March29°C (84°F) April30°C (86°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September29°C (84°F) October28°C (82°F) November26°C (79°F) December23°C (73°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Điện Biên Province in May

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

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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).

Popular Destinations in Điện Biên Province

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam?

Temperature range in Điện Biên Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Điện Biên Province (May)

Điện Biên Phủ

In May Điện Biên Phủ generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
204 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
201 mm (7.9 in)
314 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Diện Biên Phủ

In May Diện Biên Phủ generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 21°C (70°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
30°C (86°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
19°C (66°F)
21°C (70°F)
22°C (72°F)
Monthly sun hours
207 hours
204 hours
145 hours
Monthly rainfall
121 mm (4.8 in)
202 mm (8 in)
315 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
13 days
16 days
20 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Điện Biên Province in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Điện Biên Phủ 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 201 mm (7.9 in)
Diện Biên Phủ 31°C (88°F) 21°C (70°F) 202 mm (8 in)

Điện Biên Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam in May?

Điện Biên Province, Vietnam typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Điện Biên Phủ average around 31°C (88°F), and temperatures drop to about 21°C (70°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Điện Biên Province, Vietnam in May?

Daytime temperatures in Điện Biên Phủ peak at roughly 31°C (88°F) in May, dropping to about 21°C (70°F) overnight.

Does Điện Biên Province, Vietnam get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Điện Biên Phủ records an average of 201 mm (7.9 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Điện Biên Province, Vietnam.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Điện Biên Province, Vietnam?

In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Điện Biên Province, Vietnam with often poor weather in Điện Biên Phủ.

Generally speaking, January, February, March, October, November and December provide perfect weather in Điện Biên Phủ. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July and August tend to have poor weather conditions.

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