Thailand (Bangkok) · May
Low seasonThailand · Asia
Climate Overview
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MAXMAX | 32° | 34° | 35° | 36° | 35° | 34° | 34° | 34° | 33° | 33° | 33° | 32° |
MINMIN | 24° | 25° | 27° | 28° | 28° | 27° | 27° | 27° | 26° | 26° | 26° | 24° |
☀️Sunshine | 4h | 5h | 5h | 5h | 4h | 4h | 3h | 3h | 3h | 4h | 4h | 4h |
🌧Rain Days | 2d28mm | 2d22mm | 3d47mm | 6d100mm | 12d223mm | 13d198mm | 14d213mm | 16d219mm | 19d344mm | 15d290mm | 5d61mm | 1d15mm |
Best travel time current monthMonthly averages 2005–2025 · Source: ERA5 + station data
Off-season — lowest travel prices with still acceptable climate.
May in Thailand (Bangkok) reaches up to 35°C — not ideal for heat-sensitive travellers. For more pleasant temperatures, consider January, February, March, November, and December.
Daytime highs reach 35°C with a daily average of 31°C — nights stay warm at 27°C. With 4 sunshine hours per day and 12 rain days (223 mm), this is one of the cloudier months.
A jacket for cool evenings should not be left behind. Sightseeing and excursions can be enjoyed at this time of year without the heat.
Heiß, heiß, heiß — und dann Songkran. Der April bringt mit 35–38°C die extremste Hitze des Jahres, aber das Wasserfest macht drei Tage davon zum kollektiven Freudentaumel. Vor Songkran suchen die meisten Besucher Abkühlung in Malls und Museen.
Packing list for Thailand (Bangkok) in May
- Luftige Kleidung aus Leinen oder Baumwolle
- Leichte Abendkleidung
- Sonnencreme
- Sonnenbrille
- Leichter Regenschirm oder Regenponcho
- Insektenschutzmittel
- Reiseapotheke
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is May a good time to visit Thailand (Bangkok)?
- May is not an optimal month for Thailand (Bangkok) (Score: 68/100), but it is manageable. For better conditions, consider January, February, March, November, and December.
- How warm is it in Thailand (Bangkok) in May?
- In May, Thailand (Bangkok) sees daily highs of 35°C. Nights cool to 27°C, with a daily average of 31°C.
- How much rain falls in Thailand (Bangkok) in May?
- In May, Thailand (Bangkok) receives an average of 223 mm of rain over 12 rain days. An umbrella may occasionally be needed.
- How many sunshine hours does Thailand (Bangkok) get in May?
- Thailand (Bangkok) averages 4 sunshine hours per day in May — close to the annual average.
