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Rawai Beach weather in May (Phuket Province, Thailand)

How is the weather in Rawai Beach in May? Wondering if it's the right time to visit? Browse this page for a comprehensive overview of the weather conditions for that month.

In May, Rawai Beach typically experiences very high temperatures and heavy rainfall. Anticipate daytime temperatures around 30°C, while night temperatures can drop to 27°C. Keep in mind, these temperatures are averages, and some days might be even warmer. Dress suitably to manage the heat.

Rawai Beach in May falls under the rainy season with heavy rainfall, averaging around 235 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 enjoys a balanced 151 hours of sunlight. Ensuring it's neither too overcast nor too sunny.

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

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

 

Rawai Beach, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 27°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 30°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 69%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 235 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 21 days  
HumidityHumidity 79% *  
SunshineSunshine 151 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine *  
* Data from: Phuket, Thailand (35 KM, 21 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 Rawai Beach 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.

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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