Laos in May
May is not a good time to visit Laos.
Rainy season. Whilst rain can be expected throughout Laos during May, it is typically intense and short lived and quickly replaced by blue skies and sunshine, although longer downpours are generally experienced in the south of the country. Temperatures remain high, with Luang Prabang and Vientiane experiencing average temperatures of 28°C, whilst further south in Pakse and the 4000 Islands highs of 35°C are the norm. Avoid the short, heavy showers and you will find that May is still a great month of the year to visit Laos as plenty of sunshine can still be expected and visitor numbers are lower than previous months.
Festivals in May
Boun Bang Fai (Rocket Festival) Celebration (approximate dates)
Home-made rockets fired to summon the rains, with music and dancing. Usually May.
Where to go in Laos
Other places with good weather in May
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