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Por Bay weather in May (Phuket Province, Thailand)

How is the weather in Por Bay in May? Check out this comprehensive weather guide.

In May, Por Bay generally has very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 31°C. But by evening, they drop to around 27°C. Remember, these are typical temperatures, and certain days could be even hotter. Ensure you wear appropriate clothing to handle the warmth.

Por Bay in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 270 mm for the month. When we look at the climate data from the last 30 years, we can expect around 21 days of rain.

The area experiences a moderate amount of sunshine, with approximately 151 hours of sunlight expected. This makes it neither too gloomy nor overly bright.

If you prefer dry days with pleasant temperatures, May may not be the ideal month to visit Por Bay. January, February, March and December typically offer the most optimal weather. In contrast, May, June, July, August, September, October and November tend to have less optimal conditions.

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

 

Por Bay, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 31°C  
Water TemperatureWater Temperature 30°C *  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 71%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 270 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
WindspeedWindspeed 7 km/h *  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Phuket, Thailand (15 KM, 9 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.

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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 Por Bay in May?

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 in May.

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

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