The month in detail
What to expect in May
May falls in the wet season in Phu Quoc. Showers are often brief but intense. With 59% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned.
May ranks 7 out of 12 months in Phu Quoc. Compared to April: −2°F daytime, 25 pts more rainy days, −1.9h of sun per day.
This month's conditions
What it's like in May
UV index
8 · very high
protection essential
Feels like
oppressive heat
25°
Sea
32°C
warm, ideal
Daylight
12.5h of daylight
Air quality
good
AQI 28
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Is May the right month?
The best month in Phu Quoc is January (8.8/10), 4.0 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 monthMarch · 88°F
❄️Coolest monthJuly · 82°F
🌧️Rainiest month ⓘJuly · 77%
🏝️ Tropical stay
🌞Dry season ⓘMay → Sep
🌧️Wet season ⓘDec → Mar
🌀Cyclones ⓘSeason Nov-Apr
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Location
Where is Phu Quoc ?
Global position + regional geographic context.
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🔍 Geographic context
VietnamTropical climate with a 8.8 → 4.5 gap between best and worst month. 10 years of ERA5 data to choose by project.
10.23°N · 103.97°E
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Phu Quoc?
January is the best month with 84°F highs, 75°F lows, 8.0h of sunshine and 15.0% rainy days.
How many hours of sunshine does Phu Quoc get in January?
Phu Quoc averages 8.0 sunshine hours per day in January. It is the sunniest month with a climate score of 8.4/10.
What is the rainiest month in Phu Quoc?
July is the most unfavourable month with July has the lowest climate score of the year and the lowest climate score of the year.
What are the temperatures at night in Phu Quoc in January?
In January, overnight lows reach 75°F, while afternoon highs average 84°F.
Is Phu Quoc good in winter?
In winter (December-February), Phu Quoc scores 6.6/10 on average — Acceptable conditions for cultural visits.. The best month overall remains January with a score of 8.4/10.
When should you avoid Phu Quoc?
July is the most difficult month to visit Phu Quoc, with July has the lowest climate score of the year. Climate conditions are at their lowest of the year during this period.
Can you swim in Phu Quoc in May?
In May, the sea averages 89°F in Phu Quoc: warm, ideal. Ideal conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
Do you need sun protection in Phu Quoc in May?
The average UV index reaches 8 in May in Phu Quoc (very high), with about 12.5h of daylight. Protection essential.