May · Vietnam
Best time to visit Can Tho in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Can Tho in May
Average temperature 29°C, 227 mm of rain, about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 79% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
2.7/10
Ranked #12 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 227 mm
- Humidity
- 79%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 21
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Can Tho scores 2.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #12 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 227 mm of rain, and roughly 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Cần Thơ's floating markets and river islands make it the Mekong Delta's biggest city.
May in Can Tho — off-season conditions
May averages 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 79%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
227 mm makes this the wettest stretch of the year, though about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still appear — keep an indoor fallback ready.
It scores 2.7/10 here, 12th of 12 months, against 8.1/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Figure on low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 5.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Can Tho in May?
- In May, Can Tho averages 29°C, 227 mm of rain, and about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 2.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Can Tho?
- May earns a 2.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Can Tho in May?
- Expect about 227 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 79% and there are about 21 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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