The month in detail
What to expect in May
Spring marks the start of the good season in Ninh Binh. Temperatures rise (88°F) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. Expect rain on 33% of days — a light raincoat in the bag is recommended.
May ranks 8 out of 12 months in Ninh Binh. Compared to April: +5°F daytime, 15 pts more rainy days.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
7 · high
sunscreen and hat advised
Feels like
oppressive heat
24°
Daylight
13.0h of daylight
Air quality
poor
AQI 65
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Ninh Binh is April (8.6/10), 3.4 pts higher than May.
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Hotels at their lowest outside peak season, highest on comfortable months. Shoulder seasons offer a good price/climate compromise.
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Practical info
What you need to know before you go
Three angles: the country (language, currency, safety, budget), the year-round climate, and the specifics of a tropical stay.
Country · Vietnam
🗣️LanguageVietnamese
💶CurrencyVietnamese Dong (₫)
🚗DrivingRight-hand
🛡️Safety ⓘSafe · 2/5
💰Cost of living ⓘVery cheap · 1/5
🌡️ Climate
🌍Climate typeTropical
📈Climate trend ⓘStable
🔥Hottest monthJune · 93°F
❄️Coolest monthJanuary · 72°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘAugust · 51%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Ninh Binh ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
VietnamTropical climate with a 8.6 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
20.25°N · 105.97°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Ninh Binh?
April is the best month with 82°F highs, 73°F lows, 6.2h of sunshine and 18.0% rainy days. The months of April & November offer comparable conditions.
How many hours of sunshine does Ninh Binh get in April?
Ninh Binh averages 6.2 sunshine hours per day in April. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.1/10.
What is the rainiest month in Ninh Binh?
August is the most unfavourable month with August has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Ninh Binh in April?
In April, overnight lows reach 73°F, while afternoon highs average 82°F.
Is Ninh Binh good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Ninh Binh scores 7.4/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains April with a score of 8.1/10.
When should you avoid Ninh Binh?
August is the most difficult month to visit Ninh Binh, with August has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Do you need sun protection in Ninh Binh in May?
The average UV index reaches 7 in May in Ninh Binh (high), with about 13.0h of daylight. Sunscreen and hat advised.