2026 Climate Averages

Weather in Hanoi in May

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

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Climate Overview

May is a good time to visit Hanoi. Hanoi has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 33°C, lows of 26°C, and approximately 11 rainy days per month.

Avg High

33°C

Avg Low

26°C

Rainy days

11days

Daylight

13.1h

Is May a good time to visit Hanoi?

Conditions are pleasant for sightseeing, though you might encounter occasional showers.

Daylight

Sunrise

5:20 AM

Sunset

6:28 PM

Weather by Month
Monthly weather data
Month High Low Rainy days Condition
January 23°C 16°C 20 Wet
February 23°C 16°C 15 Wet
March 26°C 20°C 20 Excellent (best)
April 25°C 19°C 15 Excellent (best)
May 33°C 26°C 11 Good
June 35°C 28°C 14 Wet
July 34°C 27°C 16 Wet
August 31°C 26°C 26 Wet
September 30°C 25°C 27 Wet
October 26°C 21°C 18 Excellent (best)
November 26°C 20°C 8 Excellent (best)
December 20°C 14°C 5 Good

Weather data: Open-Meteo Archive (2020-2025) • Open-Meteo.com (CC BY 4.0) • Historical avg. 2020–2025

What to Pack for May

Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Climate: Warm
Travel Context Great for outdoor dining and evening strolls.

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Common Questions

Is May a good time to visit Hanoi? +

May is typically Good for visiting Hanoi, with average highs of 33°C and around 11 rainy days.

What should I pack for Hanoi in May? +

With highs of 33°C and lows of 26°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.

Does it rain a lot in Hanoi in May? +

Hanoi typically sees around 11 rainy days in May.

How many hours of daylight are there in Hanoi in May? +

In May, Hanoi gets approximately 13.1 hours of daylight per day.

Is May peak season in Hanoi? +

No, May is not peak season in Hanoi. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.

What is the best month to visit Hanoi? +

The best months to visit Hanoi are October, November, March, April, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.

Weather Data: Based on 2020–2025 historical climate data from Open-Meteo

Solar calculations: SunCalc (timezone: Asia/Bangkok)

Last Updated: January 2026

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