Weather in Luang Prabang in May
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Climate Overview
May is a wet time to visit Luang Prabang. Luang Prabang has a Warm climate with average yearly highs of 35°C, lows of 25°C, and approximately 13 rainy days per month.
35°C
25°C
13days
13.1h
Is May a good time to visit Luang Prabang?
It's a rainy period, but great for indoor activities, museums, and lower prices.
Daylight
5:37 AM
6:41 PM
Weather by Month
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Condition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31°C | 16°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| February | 32°C | 17°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
| March | 35°C | 21°C | 6 | Excellent (best) |
| April | 32°C | 21°C | 16 | Wet |
| May | 35°C | 25°C | 13 | Wet |
| June | 33°C | 25°C | 17 | Wet |
| July | 33°C | 25°C | 20 | Wet |
| August | 30°C | 24°C | 26 | Wet |
| September | 30°C | 24°C | 21 | Wet |
| October | 28°C | 21°C | 12 | Good |
| November | 30°C | 19°C | 3 | Excellent (best) |
| December | 28°C | 15°C | 0 | Excellent (best) |
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.
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Common Questions
Is May a good time to visit Luang Prabang? +
May is typically Wet for visiting Luang Prabang, with average highs of 35°C and around 13 rainy days.
What should I pack for Luang Prabang in May? +
With highs of 35°C and lows of 25°C in {month}, we recommend: Lightweight clothes, sunglasses, sunscreen, and breathable fabrics.
Does it rain a lot in Luang Prabang in May? +
Luang Prabang typically sees around 13 rainy days in May.
How many hours of daylight are there in Luang Prabang in May? +
In May, Luang Prabang gets approximately 13.1 hours of daylight per day.
Is May peak season in Luang Prabang? +
No, May is not peak season in Luang Prabang. Expect better value on accommodation and fewer tourists.
What is the best month to visit Luang Prabang? +
The best months to visit Luang Prabang are November, December, January, February, March, when the weather is optimal for sightseeing.
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