ThailandThe weather in May in Kanchanaburi
It's hot in May in Kanchanaburi with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 36°C to a high of 39°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.
Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Kanchanaburi. The average temperature of 37°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 Kanchanaburi, 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 42°C in 2016, Kanchanaburi reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°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 137 mm of precipitation, spread over 17 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the Southwest.
Daily weather in May for Kanchanaburi
Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Kanchanaburi. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
May weather comparison
| Kanchanaburi | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 37°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 39°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 26°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 137 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 17 days | 14 days |
Start of May
The month of May starts in Kanchanaburi with hot temps, averaging around 39°C during the day and nights around 28°C.
Mid May
By mid-May, daytime temps drop to around 38°C, with nights around 27°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days.
End of May
By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Kanchanaburi is around 37°C, while nighttime temps are about 27°C. Expect regular precipitation, but if you’re lucky, you’ll also get some dry and sunny days.
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 10 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.
The typhoon season in Kanchanaburi runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Kanchanaburi, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Kanchanaburi
Temperature in May in Kanchanaburi over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Kanchanaburi, 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 Kanchanaburi
Total precipitation in May in Kanchanaburi over the years
Daily UV index in May in Kanchanaburi
This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Kanchanaburi, 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 Kanchanaburi by month
Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Kanchanaburi. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.