May · Laos
Best time to visit Plain of Jars in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Plain of Jars in May
Average temperature 24°C, 139 mm of rain, about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 78% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
6.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 24°C
- Rainfall
- 139 mm
- Humidity
- 78%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 20
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Plain of Jars scores 6.4/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 24°C, 139 mm of rain, and roughly 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
UNESCO megalithic archaeological landscape of mysterious ancient stone jars scattered across Xieng Khouang.
May in Plain of Jars: mixed conditions, plan around the weather
At 24°C (75°F) this is comfortable city weather in May, with sightseeing easiest before lunch and after the afternoon peak.
139 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 6.4/10 on the same scale — 8th of 12 months, versus 9.1/10 for the best month here.
Pack light clothing, a hat and real sun protection, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, March is materially better in Plain of Jars — 2.7 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Plain of Jars in May?
- In May, Plain of Jars averages 24°C, 139 mm of rain, and about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 6.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Plain of Jars?
- May earns a 6.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Plain of Jars in May?
- Expect about 139 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 78% and there are about 20 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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