Bangkok Province weather in May
Are you planning a trip to Bangkok Province in May and wondering what kind of weather to expect? This page has all the details you need.
What is the weather like in Bangkok Province in May?
Bangkok Province is a region in Thailand. May in Bangkok Province generally has very warm temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from high to heavy.
The average maximum temperatures are very warm and range from 30°C in Ko Phi Phi Lee to 38°C in Ban Doem Bang. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 27°C in Ban Doem Bang and 27°C in Ko Phi Phi Lee. The temperatures mentioned for daytime and nighttime are general averages. However there can be days that surpass these temperatures. So equip yourself with clothing that can handle the potential heat.
In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From high rainfall in Koh Samui with an average of 126 mm to heavy rainfall in Koh Kood with 399 mm. The days are mostly sunny, with an average total of around 216 hours of sunshine in Bangkok. The sunlight during this month doesn't just make the days brighter, it also seems to make everyone a bit more cheerful.
For specific regional insights in Bangkok Province for May, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Bangkok Province climate page.
Where to go in Bangkok Province in May
Popular destinations in Bangkok Province
What is the weather like in May for the 5 most popular destinations in Bangkok Province?
Average weather in Bangkok
In May Bangkok generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Koh Samui
In May Koh Samui generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are tolerable that month.
Average weather in Lat Krabang
In May Lat Krabang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Bangna
In May Bangna generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 35°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
Average weather in Nonthaburi
In May Nonthaburi generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 36°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around 28°C and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is May the best time to visit Bangkok Province?
Given the typically poor weather conditions in Bangkok, May may not be the ideal time to visit Bangkok Province.
Generally speaking, January and December provide perfect weather in Bangkok. On the other hand, the months of April, May, June and September tend to have poor weather conditions.
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