Monthly climate guide
Hạ Long weather in May
With highs near 30°C (86°F) and lows around 25°C (76°F), May feels hot in Hạ Long. Rainfall averages about 162 mm (very wet) and the sky is often cloudy. Daytime highs are 3°C warmer than April and about the same as June.
What stands out in May
- There's little difference between day and night (around 5°C).
- Nights stay warm, rarely below 25°C — air-conditioning helps.
- Just 130 km apart, but Hạ Long runs about 2°C cooler than Hanoi this month.
- Humidity near 86% makes 30°C feel stickier than it sounds.
Avg high
30°C
86°F
Avg low
25°C
76°F
Rainfall
162 mm
very wet
Humidity
86%
relative
Sky
74%
cloud · often cloudy
Hạ Long weather by month
Show the monthly averages as a table
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rain | Humidity | Cloud cover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 20°C / 67°F | 12°C / 54°F | 51 mm | 82% | 79% |
| February | 22°C / 71°F | 14°C / 57°F | 27 mm | 82% | 84% |
| March | 24°C / 76°F | 17°C / 63°F | 59 mm | 85% | 85% |
| April | 28°C / 82°F | 21°C / 69°F | 77 mm | 85% | 76% |
| May | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 76°F | 162 mm | 86% | 74% |
| June | 31°C / 87°F | 27°C / 80°F | 221 mm | 86% | 83% |
| July | 31°C / 87°F | 27°C / 80°F | 343 mm | 86% | 83% |
| August | 30°C / 87°F | 26°C / 79°F | 391 mm | 86% | 82% |
| September | 30°C / 86°F | 25°C / 77°F | 257 mm | 84% | 71% |
| October | 28°C / 82°F | 22°C / 71°F | 168 mm | 82% | 59% |
| November | 25°C / 77°F | 18°C / 65°F | 57 mm | 83% | 63% |
| December | 21°C / 69°F | 13°C / 55°F | 31 mm | 77% | 70% |
What to pack for May
- Light, breathable clothing (cotton or linen)
- A sun hat and high-SPF sunscreen
- A refillable water bottle
- A compact umbrella or packable rain jacket
- Water-resistant shoes
- Quick-dry fabrics — it feels stickier than the temperature suggests
Is May a good time to visit Hạ Long?
Compare the months in the chart above to find your ideal window.
Best time to visit Hạ Long →Other Vietnam cities in May
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Hạ Long in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Hạ Long?
May is one of the wetter months in Hạ Long, with about 162 mm of rain. You can still go: pack a rain jacket and keep plans flexible.
How warm is Hạ Long in May?
Average highs are about 30°C (86°F) and average lows about 25°C (76°F), based on 10 years of daily data.
Does it rain a lot in Hạ Long in May?
Hạ Long typically gets around 162 mm of rain in May — very wet.
Figures are long-term averages for the area around Hạ Long (NASA POWER / ERA5, 2011–2020), not a forecast for a specific year. For upcoming days, see the live multi-source forecast.