Phu Quoc · SpringMonth summary
Phu Quoc weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 30°C
🌧 Rainy days
89% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.7h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
January (8.1/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Phu Quoc 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: Phu Quoc in May: 30°C and 10.7h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Phu Quoc 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
🎯 Water at 27°C and lively beaches — May is peak swimming season in Phu Quoc Spring marks the start of the good season in Phu Quoc. Temperatures rise (30°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 89% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. January (8.1/10) 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 | 24°C | 29°C | 33% | 1.9 | 11.0h | 8.1/10 |
| 🌤️ February | 24°C | 30°C | 36% | 1.5 | 11.1h | 7.9/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 25°C | 31°C | 48% | 2.0 | 11.4h | 7.5/10 |
| ⛅ April | 25°C | 31°C | 67% | 4.9 | 12.0h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌦️ May | 26°C | 30°C | 89% | 11.7 | 10.7h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ June | 25°C | 29°C | 94% | 13.0 | 9.6h | 6.7/10 |
| 🌧️ July | 24°C | 28°C | 97% | 15.4 | 8.9h | 6.9/10 |
| 🌧️ August | 24°C | 28°C | 97% | 13.5 | 9.3h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ September | 24°C | 28°C | 96% | 16.4 | 8.4h | 6.6/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 24°C | 29°C | 91% | 13.7 | 9.3h | 6.7/10 |
| ⛅ November | 24°C | 30°C | 66% | 6.0 | 10.7h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 24°C | 30°C | 37% | 2.2 | 10.8h | 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, Phu Quoc averages 30°C, 89% rainy days and 10.7h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs January (best month)
The best month is January (score 8.1/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : -1°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -56%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.3h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Phu Quoc in May
Is May a good time to visit Phu Quoc?
May is an acceptable time for Phu Quoc (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider January (8.1/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Phu Quoc in May?
Yes, 89% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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