Da Lat · SpringMonth summary
Da Lat weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
16°C – 24°C
🌧 Rainy days
83% of days
☀️ Sunshine
11.3h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.3/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Da Lat in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Favourable conditions in May (7.0/10). February scores higher but the gap is small.
By trip type
Da Lat in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Trails walkable but wet — bring proper footwear and plan sheltered breaks Spring marks the start of the good season in Da Lat. Temperatures rise (24°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 83% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.3/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 14°C | 22°C | 22% | 1.0 | 11.1h | 8.0/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 14°C | 23°C | 18% | 0.9 | 11.6h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 14°C | 25°C | 28% | 1.3 | 11.9h | 8.3/10 |
| 🌤️ April | 15°C | 26°C | 49% | 2.9 | 11.9h | 7.8/10 |
| 🌧️ May | 16°C | 24°C | 83% | 6.3 | 11.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 16°C | 23°C | 88% | 6.4 | 10.9h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 17°C | 23°C | 95% | 7.4 | 9.9h | 6.0/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 16°C | 23°C | 85% | 6.4 | 10.8h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 16°C | 23°C | 93% | 10.0 | 9.2h | 5.9/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 16°C | 22°C | 82% | 8.8 | 9.4h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌦️ November | 16°C | 22°C | 50% | 5.9 | 11.0h | 7.3/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 15°C | 22°C | 27% | 2.0 | 10.9h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Da Lat averages 24°C, 83% rainy days and 11.3h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.3/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -65%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Da Lat in May
Is May a good time to visit Da Lat?
May is an acceptable time for Da Lat (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (8.3/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Da Lat in May?
Yes, 83% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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