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Patong Beach weather in May (Phuket Province, Thailand)

How is May weather typically in Patong Beach? Want to know if this month is ideal for visiting? Our guide provides detailed weather information.

Temperatures

The monthly weather conditions in Patong Beach for May typically bring very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime highs near 30°C, and cooler nights with temperatures around 27°C.

Precipitation

Patong Beach in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 247 mm for the month. Historically, approximately 21 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

You can expect a moderate amount of sunlight, with approximately 151 hours. Even though this month is part of the wet season, you can still see the sun occasionally.

Average windspeed

Average wind conditions reach 2 m/s in May. This creates comfortable weather with light winds that gently move vegetation. Keep in mind this is an average. Daily conditions range from near-calm to more noticeable wind.

Average water temperature in May

With a water temperature of 30°C, the water reaches those warmer ranges that some find almost too heated for a truly refreshing swim.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Patong Beach. Our weather planner can help you explore destinations with more pleasant weather conditions.

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For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Thailand, check out our Patong Beach's climate page.

Patong Beach, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 30°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 71%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 247 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 2 m/s *  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Phuket, Thailand (23 KM, 14 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).

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Check the conditions for any month of the year.

For a detailed overview over the year and the best time to visit Thailand, check out our Patong Beach's climate page.

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. With a water temperature of around 30°C this is a great month to swim so bring your swimwear.

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
7/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

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