ThailandThe weather in May in Bangkok
It's hot in May in Bangkok with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 37°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 27°C and 28°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Bangkok. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Bangkok, Thailand. A low precipitation value usually indicates little to no rainfall on that day in recent years, while a higher value suggests more frequent rainfall.
Temperature records
With 41°C in 2023, Bangkok reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 28°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 22°C to a highest value of 31°C.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 164 mm of precipitation, spread over 19 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Daily weather in May for Bangkok
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Bangkok. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Bangkok | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 37°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 27°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 164 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 19 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Bangkok with hot temps, averaging around 37°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 37°C, with nights around 28°C. There’s a high chance of precipitation during this time.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Bangkok is around 36°C, while nighttime temps are about 28°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation.
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UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 8 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Bangkok, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Bangkok
Temperature in May in Bangkok over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Bangkok, Thailand. Precipitation is always measured as water, even when it falls as snow or hail The amount of precipitation is displayed in millimeters, while snowfall is shown in centimeters.
Daily Precipitation in May in Bangkok
Total precipitation in May in Bangkok over the years
Daily UV index in May in Bangkok
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Bangkok, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
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Average weather in Bangkok by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Bangkok. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.