Chiang Kham weather in May (Phayao Province, Thailand)

Planning a trip to Chiang Kham in May? This guide provides all the details you need.

In May, Chiang Kham generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 34°C. But by evening, they drop to around 24°C. Bear in mind, these are average temperatures, and it can get even warmer on particular days. Make sure to choose clothing that accommodates the warmth.

Chiang Kham in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 213 mm for the month. Typically around 17 days of rainfall is expected.

The days are predominantly sunny, with an estimated total of around 199 hours of sunshine. This amount of sunlight does not only brightens the days but also contributes to a cheerful ambiance in the area during this month.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Chiang Kham. January, February and December typically offer the best circumstances. While April, May, June, July, August and September tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Chiang Kham climate page with graphs.

 

Chiang Kham, monthly averages in May

Min Temperature 24°C  

Max Temperature 34°C  

Chance of Rain 56%  

Precipitation 213 mm  

Rainy days 17 days  

Humidity 76% *  

Sunshine 199 hours *  

Percentage Sunshine *  

* Data from: Chiang Rai, Thailand (64 KM, 40 Miles).

Where to go in Thailand in May

Find out more about the weather in Thailand in May and which places have the best weather conditions in this month.

Weather conditions Weather

Temperatures

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

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 in May.

Swimming

7/10

Cycling

7/10

Walking

7/10

Camping

6/10

Outdoor sports

7/10

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