Vietnam Da Lat Weather in May — Climate Guide
May in Da Lat is high
Da Lat Weather in May — Quick Answer
As of 2026- Avg temp
- 25° / 14°
- Rainfall
- 200mm · 16 days
- Crowds
- Moderate
As of 2026, Da Lat in May averages a high of 25°C and low of 14°C with 200mm of rain over about 16 days. Monsoon proper — afternoon storms 3-5 PM the daily pattern. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell + waterproof phone case essential. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F. Light fleece for evenings still needed at 1,500 m elevation.
May is high for Da Lat.
May is full monsoon onset — rainfall jumps to 200mm + 16 rainy days. Afternoon storms (3-5 PM, occasionally extending to 6-7 PM) are the daily pattern. Mornings remain mostly clear. The big positive: pricing drops 30-40% from January-February peak — boutique hotels $30-80/night, Dalat Palace + Ana Mandara + Swiss-Belresort luxury $180-350. Vietnamese tourist crowds drop sharply (most Vietnamese tourists prefer dry season). Visak Bochea (Buddha's Birthday, May full moon — varies year-by-year) brings temple ceremonies at Truc Lam Zen Monastery + Linh Phuoc Pagoda with morning monk processions. Mornings outdoor + afternoons indoor pattern is the right schedule. May 16-31 is the year's best value window — same weather as April outside the Reunification weekend at 70% of the price + Buddhist cultural depth.
Travel score
Monsoon onset + Buddha's Birthday + best value window starts
May Weather at a Glance
May averages 77°F / 25°C highs and 57°F / 14°C lows with 16 rainy days and 200mm of rain. Humidity 80%, UV 11, sunshine 7 hours. Daily afternoon thunderstorms 3-5 PM; mornings often clear.
May Travel Advice
Schedule outdoor activities for mornings (7-13 PM). Afternoon storms 3-5 PM = cafe, spa, museum, cooking class time. Pre-book Lang Biang + Mê Linh Coffee for early morning to beat storms. Visak Bochea wat ceremonies are pre-dawn (5-6:30 AM) — beautiful cultural photography. May 16-31 is the year's best value window.
Flying In from Overseas
Vietnamese internal tourism drops sharply post-Reunification weekend. Year's lowest Western tourist arrivals begin. International via SGN $400-700.
May Pricing Trends
30-40% off peak: boutique $30-80/night, Dalat Palace $180-350, Ana Mandara $200-380. SGN domestic $50-120. Year's best value window starts May 16.
Da Lat May Weather Stats
Avg High
25°C
Avg Low
14°C
Rainy Days
16
200mm total
Sunshine
7h
Daily avg
Humidity
80%
humid
UV Index
11
Extreme
Wind
7 km/h
Gusts 20
Sea Temp
28°C
Xuan Huong Lake morning walks comfortable, afternoon storms
Crowds
Moderate
At attractions
May Sunrise & Sunset
Air Quality
PM2.5
16 μg/m³
PM10
30 μg/m³
Status
good
Feels-Like Temperature & Wind
Feels like
Daytime
27°C
Nighttime
14°C
Humidity and wind affect how the actual temperature feels.
Wind
7 km/h
Max gust 20 km/h
Activities Recommended for May
May Travel Pros & Cons
Pros
- 30-40% off peak hotel pricing
- Vietnamese tourist crowds drop sharply
- Visak Bochea Buddhist temple ceremonies
- Lush green pine forests + waterfall peak flow approaching
Cons
- Daily afternoon thunderstorms 3-5 PM
- Lang Biang summit visibility limited by afternoon clouds
- Photography essentially limited to mornings
May Events & Festivals
- Reunification Day + Liberation Day weekend tail (May 1)
- Visak Bochea (Buddha's Birthday, May full moon) — temple ceremonies at Truc Lam Zen + Linh Phuoc
- Mother's Day (Vietnamese)
- Low-season pricing begins — 30-40% off peak
Da Lat in May — Full Picture
May is full monsoon onset — rainfall jumps to 200mm + 16 rainy days. Afternoon storms (3-5 PM, occasionally extending to 6-7 PM) are the daily pattern. Mornings remain mostly clear. The big positive: pricing drops 30-40% from January-February peak — boutique hotels $30-80/night, Dalat Palace + Ana Mandara + Swiss-Belresort luxury $180-350. Vietnamese tourist crowds drop sharply (most Vietnamese tourists prefer dry season). Visak Bochea (Buddha's Birthday, May full moon — varies year-by-year) brings temple ceremonies at Truc Lam Zen Monastery + Linh Phuoc Pagoda with morning monk processions. Mornings outdoor + afternoons indoor pattern is the right schedule. May 16-31 is the year's best value window — same weather as April outside the Reunification weekend at 70% of the price + Buddhist cultural depth.
What to Wear & What to Pack
Monsoon proper — afternoon storms 3-5 PM the daily pattern. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell + waterproof phone case essential. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F. Light fleece for evenings still needed at 1,500 m elevation.
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Seasonal Weather Overview
Spring (Mar·Apr·May)
Current25°C
13°C
9.7/mo
Summer (Jun·Jul·Aug)
24°C
14°C
20/mo
Autumn (Sep·Oct·Nov)
23.3°C
12.3°C
15.3/mo
Winter (Dec·Jan·Feb)
21.7°C
9.3°C
2.3/mo
Da Lat Monthly Weather Comparison
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Sun | Humid | UV | Crowd | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January (Best) | 21° | 9° | 2d·10mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| February (Best) | 23° | 10° | 2d·15mm | 9h | 70% | 10 | Very busy | Peak |
| March (Best) | 25° | 12° | 4d·60mm | 8.5h | 70% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder |
| 25° | 13° | 9d·130mm | 7.5h | 75% | 11 | Busy | Shoulder | |
| 25° | 14° | 16d·200mm | 7h | 80% | 11 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 14° | 19d·220mm | 6h | 82% | 10 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 24° | 14° | 20d·240mm | 6h | 85% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 14° | 21d·250mm | 6h | 85% | 10 | Moderate | Shoulder | |
| 24° | 13° | 21d·280mm | 5.5h | 85% | 9 | Quiet | Low season | |
| 24° | 13° | 17d·200mm | 6.5h | 80% | 9 | Moderate | Low season | |
| November (Best) | 22° | 11° | 8d·90mm | 7.5h | 75% | 9 | Very busy | Peak |
| December (Best) | 21° | 9° | 3d·25mm | 8h | 75% | 9 | Busy | Peak |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is May a good time to visit Da Lat?
Da Lat in May is high. Tourist crowds are moderate and flight/hotel prices are shoulder.
What's the average temperature in Da Lat in May?
Da Lat May averages a high of 25°C and a low of 14°C.
Does it rain much in Da Lat in May?
Da Lat May averages 200mm of rainfall over about 16 rainy days.
What should I wear in Da Lat in May?
Monsoon proper — afternoon storms 3-5 PM the daily pattern. Quick-dry clothes + packable rain shell + waterproof phone case essential. Days 25°C / 77°F + evenings 14°C / 57°F. Light fleece for evenings still needed at 1,500 m elevation.
What time are sunrise and sunset in Da Lat in May?
Da Lat May sunrise is 05:35 and sunset is 18:10, with 12h 35min of daylight.
What's the air quality like in Da Lat in May?
Da Lat May air quality (AQI) averages 35, rated Good. PM2.5 averages 16μg/m³.
What activities are recommended in Da Lat in May?
In May, Da Lat is great for Lang Biang Mountain early morning, Visak Bochea Truc Lam Zen + Linh Phuoc ceremonies, Mê Linh Coffee Garden + cafes.
Is May peak season in Da Lat?
Da Lat May crowds are moderate and prices are shoulder. You can travel relatively comfortably without long queues.
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Based in Chiang Mai for 8+ years, with 30+ countries visited across Southeast Asia, Japan, and Europe. Every detail in this guide is primary-source verified as of April 2026, with prices auto-refreshed via live exchange rate APIs. This isn't AI-generated boilerplate — it's written from the perspective of someone who has actually been there.