Chiang Mai weather in May (Chiang Mai Province, Thailand)
What weather conditions can you expect in Chiang Mai this May? Discover if this is the best time for your journey with our detailed monthly weather breakdown.
Temperatures
Typically, May in Chiang Mai includes extremely high temperatures and high rainfall. Daytime temperatures are expected to be around 36°C, cooling off to about 25°C at night. These temperatures are typical, but it's wise to prepare for hotter days. Dress in light, airy clothing and protect yourself from the sun.
Precipitation
Chiang Mai in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 117 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 16 days of rain.Average sunshine
Expect a lot of sunshine this month, with about 199 hours of sunny weather. The abundant sunlight creates a lively and bright atmosphere.If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Chiang Mai. January, November and December generally stand out with the best circumstances. While April, May, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.
For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chiang Mai climate page with graphs.
Chiang Mai, monthly averages in May
Min Temperature
25°C
Max Temperature
36°C
Chance of Rain
52%
Precipitation
117 mm
Rainy days
16 days
Humidity
71%
Windspeed
4 km/h
Sunshine
199 hours
Percentage Sunshine
Where to go in Thailand in May
Find out more about the weather in Thailand and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor
So, what should you wear in this month?
It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.What To Do
We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.
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