Weather in May in Vientiane
Are you planning a trip a to Vientiane in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Vientiane in May?
Vientiane is a region in Laos. May in Vientiane generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.
Temperatures
You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 35°C and nighttime temperatures around 25°C in Vientiane. The temperatures mentioned for both day and night are typical averages. However some days might get even hotter. It's best to stay prepared by wearing cloths suitable for the warmth.
Precipitation
May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 266 mm in Vientiane.Average sunshine
Meanwhile, Vientiane enjoys close to 198 hours of sunlight. This means it's a great month if you prefer bright and sunny days.For specific regional insights in Vientiane for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Vientiane climate page.
Where to go in Vientiane in May
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Popular destinations
What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Vientiane?
Vientiane
In May Vientiane generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 25°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Vientiane?
In our view, May might not be the best time to travel to Vientiane with often poor weather in Vientiane.
On average, the best time to visit Vientiane is in January, February, November and December with generally perfect weather in Vientiane. The weather in April, May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.
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