Thakhek weather in May (Laos)

What should you pack for a trip to Thakhek in May? See what weather conditions to anticipate this month with our guide.

Temperatures

Typically, May in Thakhek includes very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Daytime temperatures generally peak at 33°C, but after sunset, they often decrease to around 25°C. While these temperatures are averages, expect some days to be hotter. Choose light, airy clothing to handle the warmth effectively.

Precipitation

Thakhek in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 252 mm for the month. This month experiences about 18 days of rain according to historical data.

Average sunshine

Expect sunny days throughout the month, with an estimated 198 hours of sunshine. Making it a pleasant time to visit Thakhek.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Thakhek. January, February, November and December typically offer the best circumstances. While May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

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

 

Thakhek, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 25°C  

Max Temperature 33°C  

Chance of Rain 59%  

Precipitation 252 mm  

Rainy days 18 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 198 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

Data from: Sakon Nakhon, Thailand (73 KM, 45 Miles).

Where to go in Laos in May

Find out more about the weather in Laos and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor

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 this month?

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.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Thakhek.

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