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Mae Salong weather in May (Chiang Rai Province, Thailand)

What kind of weather does May bring to Mae Salong? Explore our page to find a thorough overview of this month's weather conditions.

Temperatures

During May, Mae Salong usually has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 33°C. But by evening, they drop to around 22°C. Although these are the average temperatures, expect warmer days occasionally. Wear cool clothing and stay hydrated to manage the heat.

Precipitation

Mae Salong in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 267 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, you can expect around 17 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 prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Mae Salong. January, February, November and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, April, May, June, July, August and September tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Mae Salong, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 22°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 33°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 57%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 267 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 17 days  
HumidityHumidity 76% *  
SunshineSunshine 199 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
Data from: Chiang Rai, Thailand (36 KM, 22 Miles).

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.

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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.

Swimming
7/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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