VietnamAverage weather for Halong Bay in May
It's hot in May in Halong Bay with an average temperature of 31°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 29°C to a high of 33°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 23°C and 28°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Halong Bay with hot temps, averaging around 31°C during the day and nights around 25°C. You can expect regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days in the early part of the month. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 32°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Halong Bay is around 33°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.
In May, there is an average of 141 mm of precipitation, spread over 15 days. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Halong Bay in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
31°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
33°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
29°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
141 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
15 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
Is May a good time to visit Halong Bay?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Halong Bay. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Halong Bay runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 40°C in 2023, Halong Bay reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 24°C in 2023. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 19°C to a highest value of 30°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Halong Bay
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Halong Bay, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in May in Halong Bay
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Halong Bay, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 15 days of precipitation in Halong Bay.
Daily UV index in May in Halong Bay
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Halong Bay, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in May in Halong Bay over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Halong Bay, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Halong Bay over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Halong Bay, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Halong Bay
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Average weather in Halong Bay by month
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