Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai Province Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand in May.

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Chiang Rai Mae Sai Chiang Saen Golden Triangle

Planning a getaway to Chiang Rai Province, Thailand this May and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Chiang Rai Province in May

Chiang Rai Province, Thailand is a region in Thailand. May in Chiang Rai Province generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 34°C (93°F) and nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) in Chiang Rai. These night and day temperatures are average and some days may be even warmer. So be prepared and dress for the heat.

For specific regional insights in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand, refer to the map provided below.

Precipitation

In May, precipitation varies across different areas. From heavy rainfall in Thoeng with an average of 202 mm (8 in) to heavy rainfall in Mae Sai with 298 mm (12 in).

Average sunshine

Plenty of sunshine can be expected in numerous places in May. Chiang Rai typically receives 199 hours of sunlight, making it ideal for those seeking sunny weather.

Explore Chiang Rai Province by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Chiang Rai Province — and find the best time to visit. (based on Chiang Rai)

January30°C (86°F) February33°C (91°F) March35°C (95°F) April36°C (97°F) May34°C (93°F) June33°C (91°F) This monthJuly32°C (90°F) August32°C (90°F) September32°C (90°F) October32°C (90°F) November30°C (86°F) December28°C (82°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Chiang Rai Province in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Chiang Rai Province.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Chiang Rai Province

What is the weather like in May for some of the most popular destinations in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand?

Temperature range in Chiang Rai Province (May)

Precipitation variation in Chiang Rai Province (May)

Chiang Rai

In May Chiang Rai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
118 mm (4.6 in)
258 mm (10 in)
265 mm (10 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chiang Rai →

Mae Sai

In May Mae Sai generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 33°C (91°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
33°C (91°F)
32°C (90°F)
Min temperature
21°C (70°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
127 mm (5 in)
298 mm (12 in)
374 mm (15 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mae Sai →

Chiang Saen

In May Chiang Saen generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
102 mm (4 in)
236 mm (9.3 in)
284 mm (11 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Chiang Saen →

Golden Triangle

In May Golden Triangle generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 24°C (75°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
36°C (97°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
24°C (75°F)
25°C (77°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
251 mm (9.9 in)
312 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
19 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Golden Triangle →

Mae Chan

In May Mae Chan generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 34°C (93°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 23°C (73°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

« April
May
June »
April
May
June
Max temperature
35°C (95°F)
34°C (93°F)
33°C (91°F)
Min temperature
22°C (72°F)
23°C (73°F)
24°C (75°F)
Monthly sun hours
281 hours
199 hours
161 hours
Monthly rainfall
120 mm (4.7 in)
270 mm (11 in)
307 mm (12 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
17 days
20 days
Weather conditions
poor
poor
poor
Climate in Mae Chan →

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Popular cities in May

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Chiang Rai Province in May.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Chiang Rai 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 258 mm (10 in)
Mae Sai 33°C (91°F) 23°C (73°F) 298 mm (12 in)
Chiang Saen 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 236 mm (9.3 in)
Golden Triangle 34°C (93°F) 24°C (75°F) 251 mm (9.9 in)
Mae Chan 34°C (93°F) 23°C (73°F) 270 mm (11 in)
Mae Salong 33°C (91°F) 22°C (72°F) 267 mm (11 in)

Chiang Rai Province weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand in May?

Chiang Rai Province, Thailand typically experiences poor weather in May, part of the season. Daytime highs in Chiang Rai average around 34°C (93°F), and temperatures drop to about 24°C (75°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand in May?

In Chiang Rai, the average daytime high in May is 34°C (93°F), while nighttime temperatures drop to around 24°C (75°F).

Does Chiang Rai Province, Thailand get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Chiang Rai records an average of 258 mm (10 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Chiang Rai Province, Thailand.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Chiang Rai Province, Thailand?

In our opinion, May may not be the ideal time to visit Chiang Rai Province, Thailand due to the typically poor weather in Chiang Rai.

Generally speaking, December provides perfect weather in Chiang Rai. The weather in March, April, May, June, July, August and September, on the other hand, tends to be poor.

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