Koh Chang Weather in May

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Koh Chang, Thailand in May.

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Thinking about venturing to Koh Chang, Thailand this May and curious about the weather conditions to expect? This page holds all the key information you seek, responding to your question:

What to Expect in Koh Chang in May

Koh Chang, Thailand is a region in Thailand. May in Koh Chang generally has very warm temperatures, with heavy precipitation.

Temperatures

You can expect very warm maximum daytime temperatures of around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) in Koh Chang. The temperatures cited for both day and night represent usual averages, but it's possible some days could be hotter. It's advisable to dress accordingly to handle the heat.

To explore the conditions in Koh Chang, Thailand in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

May is a very rainy month with an average rainfall of around 419 mm (16 in) in Koh Chang.

Average sunshine

Most places get a reasonable amount of sunshine. Take Koh Chang as an example - it receives around 119 hours of sunlight, offering a nice mix of sunny and partly cloudy days. Want to compare this with brighter destinations? Try our weather planner to explore your options.

Explore Koh Chang by month

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

January30°C (86°F) February30°C (86°F) March30°C (86°F) April31°C (88°F) May31°C (88°F) June30°C (86°F) This monthJuly30°C (86°F) August30°C (86°F) September29°C (84°F) October30°C (86°F) November31°C (88°F) December30°C (86°F)
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Best Places to Visit in Koh Chang in May

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Koh Chang.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
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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 Koh Chang

What is the weather like in May for the most popular destinonation in Koh Chang, Thailand?

Koh Chang

In May Koh Chang generally has very high temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 31°C (88°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 27°C (81°F) and heavy monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.

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April
May
June
Max temperature
31°C (88°F)
31°C (88°F)
30°C (86°F)
Min temperature
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
27°C (81°F)
Monthly sun hours
208 hours
119 hours
59 hours
Monthly rainfall
133 mm (5.2 in)
419 mm (16 in)
596 mm (23 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
20 days
23 days
Weather conditions
tolerable
poor
poor
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Koh Chang weather in May: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Koh Chang, Thailand in May?

May in Koh Chang, Thailand brings poor weather. In Koh Chang, daytime temperatures are typically around 31°C (88°F) and nighttime lows hover near 27°C (81°F).

What is the average temperature in Koh Chang, Thailand in May?

Koh Chang averages a daytime maximum of 31°C (88°F) in May, with overnight lows close to 27°C (81°F).

Does Koh Chang, Thailand get a lot of rain in May?

Expect plenty of rainfall. Koh Chang records an average of 419 mm (16 in) in May, putting it among the wetter months for Koh Chang, Thailand.

Is May a Good Time to Visit Koh Chang, Thailand?

Given the typically poor weather conditions in Koh Chang, May may not be the ideal time to visit Koh Chang, Thailand.

Generally speaking, December provides pleasant weather in Koh Chang. On the other hand, the months of May, June, July, August, September and October tend to have poor weather conditions.

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We have much more information about the climate in Koh Chang.

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