Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) · May
Low seasonVietnam · Asia
Max Temp
34.4°C
Min Temp
25.9°C
Sunshine
6.8 h/day
Rain Days
14 days
Rainfall
166.6 mm
Humidity
78%
Avg Temp
29.3°C
Post-season — prices falling after the travel period, beaches and attractions quieter.
May in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) reaches up to 34°C — not ideal for heat-sensitive travellers. For more pleasant temperatures, consider January, February, March, April, and December.
Daytime highs reach 34°C with a daily average of 29°C — nights stay warm at 26°C. The sun shines an average of 7 hours per day; there are 14 rain days with 167 mm total.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Monsunzeit: Täglich Regen — meistens kurz und nachmittags. Die Stadt bleibt heiß und lebendig, das Straßenessen unter Wellblechdächern schmeckt nach Regen am besten. Günstigere Preise, weniger Touristen.
Packing list for Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) in May
- Luftige Kleidung aus Leinen oder Baumwolle
- Leichte Abendkleidung
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Regenjacke und wasserfeste Schuhe
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt)?
- May is not an optimal month for Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) (Score: 61/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, April, and December.
- How warm is it in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) in May?
- In May, Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) sees daily highs of 34°C. Nights cool to 26°C, with a daily average of 29°C.
- How much rain falls in Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) in May?
- In May, Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) receives an average of 167 mm of rain over 14 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) get in May?
- Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh Stadt) averages 7 sunshine hours per day in May — close to the annual average.
