Is it hot in Vietnamese resorts at the end of spring? We tell about the weather in Vietnam in May. Find out from the reviews of tourists where it is better to go for a comfortable stay by the sea and whether there are rains and storms.
Water and air temperature
Vietnamese May is not at all like Russian May. In a sultry subequatorial climate, even before the onset of summer, the air temperature rises above + 30 ° C. With a humidity of 80%, the first 2-3 days after arrival, tourists feel a strong stuffiness, but when acclimatization ends, the discomfort disappears.
The South China Sea is warm + 28 ... + 29 ° С. The sun is very active, so it is easy to get burned. According to vacationers, in May in Vietnam it is better to sunbathe from early morning until 11:00.
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Dmitry: "The temperature was around +32 ... + 34 ° C, which caused a little discomfort, felt like in a bath. But the water was just wonderful. For several days there was a strong wind and waves, which is why we did not swim, but not a bit upset. "
Svetlana: "We went in mid-May. The weather was sunny with an air temperature slightly over + 30 ° C. The sea was not stormy. I think that with the time chosen for the rest, we did not lose - it is not too hot, and the rainy season is still far away."
| Resort | t air | t water |
| Nha Trang | + 33 ° C | + 28 ° C |
| Phu Quoc | + 32 ° C | + 30 ° C |
| Mui Ne | + 34 ° C | + 30 ° C |
| Da Nang | + 32 ° C | + 27 ° C |
| Hoi an | + 33 ° C | + 27 ° C |
| Hanoi | + 36 ° C | - |
Rash Vem beach in Fukuoka
Precipitation and hurricanes
Drier weather in May is in the central regions of Vietnam. In Da Nang and neighboring resorts, the dry season lasts until August. In the north of the country, half of the month is rainy. In Hanoi, it can rain at any time, and the popular Halong Bay receives 13% of the annual rainfall in May.
In the south of Vietnam, the wet season lasts from May to October. Compared to April, it rains 4 times more. During the month, 184 mm of precipitation falls in Ho Chi Minh City, 75 mm in Mui Ne, 50 mm in Nha Trang, and 133 mm in Fukuoka. However, in the tropics, do not be afraid of inclement weather! There are no hurricanes in spring, and heavy tropical showers occur mainly at night.
Elena: "In May, my husband and I rested in Nha Trang. The first two days it rained, which upset me a little. Then the sky was covered with clouds, but there was no rain any more."
Tour prices in May
Where to relax in Vietnam in May
In May, the weather is drier in the resorts of Central Vietnam - in Da Nang, Hue, Hoi An and Nha Trang. The amount of precipitation here is 2-3 times less than in the south and north of the country. That is why tours to these resorts are in greater demand than to Phu Quoc Island, Mui Ne and Phan Thiet.
Despite the pessimistic weather forecast, holidays in any Vietnamese resort can be a lot of fun. The rainy season in Vietnam is not as bad as tour operators describe it. Tropical rains usually fall at night, and during the day, tourists enjoy swimming in the sea, sunbathing, getting to know the sights and doing shopping. A nice bonus of the low season - in May in Vietnam everything is much cheaper than in winter and early spring. Prices for tours, hotels and excursions are falling.
Halong Bay
How to dress for the weather
May is a hot month, so warm clothes are not needed. It is much more important to protect yourself from the rain. In the reviews, tourists are advised to take an umbrella and a raincoat. In our experience, umbrellas do little to protect you from tropical rain. Raincoats are much more practical. Every Vietnamese resort sells plastic raincoats. They do not last long, but they cost mere pennies. Learn how to sunbathe at sea.
Andrey Kuznetsov: "The weather is completely a contrast, so it is important to carefully prepare for the trip. I took with me an umbrella, a waterproof raincoat, bathing accessories, loose clothing (T-shirt, shorts) and light shoes (slates)."
Should I go to Vietnam in May?
A trip to Vietnam in May 2021 can be an interesting adventure if you can easily endure the heat and high humidity. During the monsoon season, be prepared for unpredictable weather. The sky is often obscured by clouds. Compared to April, the amount of precipitation is several times higher, and sometimes there is a storm at sea. Elderly tourists and parents with small children are advised to choose more comfortable months - from December to April.
