VietnamAverage weather for Lào Cai in May
It's hot in May in Lào Cai with an average temperature of 33°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 30°C to a high of 35°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 21°C and 24°C.
Start of May
The month of May starts in Lào Cai with hot temps, averaging around 33°C during the day and nights around 22°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps rise to around 34°C, with nights around 23°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 Lào Cai is around 34°C, while nighttime temps are about 24°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 160 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southeast.
Lào Cai in May |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
33°C | 22°C | |
 Max. temperature |
35°C | 28°C | |
| Min. temperature |
30°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
160 mm | 105 mm | |
| Rainy days |
18 days | 14 days | |
April
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 9 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 Lào Cai?
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Lào Cai. The temperature is nice, but there’s too much chance of rain.
The typhoon season in Lào Cai runs from June to November.
Temperature records
With 42°C in 2023, Lào Cai reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 22°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 15°C to a highest value of 27°C.
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Daily Temperature in May in Lào Cai
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Lào Cai, 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 Lào Cai
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Lào Cai, 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 18 days of precipitation in Lào Cai.
Daily UV index in May in Lào Cai
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Lào Cai, 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 Lào Cai over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in May in Lào Cai, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in May in Lào Cai over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Lào Cai, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Daily weather in May for Lào Cai
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Average weather in Lào Cai by month
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