Luang Prabang in May
In May, Luang Prabang averages 33°C (91°F) during the day and 24°C (75°F) at night, with around 13 days of rain (180 mm total).
Conditions are very hot — early-morning and evening sightseeing recommended. Plan for unsettled weather and bring rain gear.
May in Luang Prabang is outside the typical sweet spot for sightseeing weather. It can still be a great time to visit if you have specific reasons (festivals, off-season pricing, etc.).
33°C
Avg high
24°C
Avg low
13
Rain days
180 mm
Rainfall
Luang Prabang in other months
| Month | Avg high | Avg low | Rainfall | Rain days | Snow days |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28°C / 82°F | 15°C / 59°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
| February | 30°C / 86°F | 17°C / 63°F | 15 mm | 2 | 0 |
| March | 33°C / 91°F | 20°C / 68°F | 40 mm | 4 | 0 |
| April | 34°C / 93°F | 23°C / 73°F | 100 mm | 8 | 0 |
| May | 33°C / 91°F | 24°C / 75°F | 180 mm | 13 | 0 |
| June | 32°C / 90°F | 24°C / 75°F | 165 mm | 15 | 0 |
| July | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 170 mm | 17 | 0 |
| August | 31°C / 88°F | 24°C / 75°F | 200 mm | 18 | 0 |
| September | 31°C / 88°F | 23°C / 73°F | 160 mm | 14 | 0 |
| October | 30°C / 86°F | 21°C / 70°F | 90 mm | 8 | 0 |
| November | 29°C / 84°F | 17°C / 63°F | 30 mm | 3 | 0 |
| December | 27°C / 81°F | 15°C / 59°F | 5 mm | 1 | 0 |
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