Hanoi vs Kuala Lumpur in May

Hanoi is the better pick in May — 50 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hanoi is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.

Hanoi vs Kuala LumpurMay climate, side by side

HanoiKuala Lumpur
Comfort score50/100 (D)46/100 (F)
Feels-like high39°C40°C
Avg high / low32° / 25°34° / 25°
Rainfall221 mm290 mm
Rainy days1727
Humidity82%87%
Air quality (AQI)113115

Monthly climate normals (ERA5 reanalysis). Comfort scores are SeasonMap estimates.

Hanoi vs Kuala Lumpur in May — FAQ

Is May better in Hanoi or Kuala Lumpur?
Hanoi is the better pick in May — 50 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Hanoi is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality, while Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Hanoi vs Kuala Lumpur in May?
In May, Hanoi averages 32°C high / 25°C low with about 221 mm of rain; Kuala Lumpur averages 34°C high / 25°C low with about 290 mm.