Ho Chi Minh City vs Kuala Lumpur in May

Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur are nearly tied in May — 48 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, soaked, muggy air; Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.

Ho Chi Minh City vs Kuala LumpurMay climate, side by side

Ho Chi Minh CityKuala Lumpur
Comfort score48/100 (F)46/100 (F)
Feels-like high41°C40°C
Avg high / low35° / 27°34° / 25°
Rainfall197 mm290 mm
Rainy days2427
Humidity80%87%
Air quality (AQI)72115

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

Ho Chi Minh City vs Kuala Lumpur in May — FAQ

Is May better in Ho Chi Minh City or Kuala Lumpur?
Ho Chi Minh City and Kuala Lumpur are nearly tied in May — 48 vs 46 on SeasonMap's comfort score. Ho Chi Minh City is sweltering, soaked, muggy air; Kuala Lumpur is sweltering, soaked, poor air quality.
What is the weather like in Ho Chi Minh City vs Kuala Lumpur in May?
In May, Ho Chi Minh City averages 35°C high / 27°C low with about 197 mm of rain; Kuala Lumpur averages 34°C high / 25°C low with about 290 mm.