Average weather for Khon Kaen in May

It's hot in May in Khon Kaen with an average temperature of 36°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 34°C to a high of 39°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 25°C and 27°C.

Start of May

The month of May starts in Khon Kaen with hot temps, averaging around 36°C during the day and nights around 26°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

Mid May

By mid-May, daytime temps stay steady at around 36°C, with nights around 26°C. During this part of the month, you might see regular precipitation, but there will also be some sunny days. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

End of May

By the end of May, the average daytime temperature in Khon Kaen is around 35°C, while nighttime temps are about 26°C. There’s a significant chance of many days with precipitation. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

In May, there is an average of 149 mm of precipitation, spread over 14 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Khon Kaen in May		New York
Average temperature	36°C	22°C
Max. temperature	39°C	28°C
Min. temperature	34°C	-5°C
Total precipitation	149 mm	105 mm
Rainy days	14 days	14 days

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UV index

The UV index is a maximum of 9 this month. That's a very high value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn within 10-15 minutes.

Is May a good time to visit Khon Kaen?

Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Khon Kaen. The average temperature of 36°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.

The typhoon season in Khon Kaen runs from June to November.

Temperature records

With 64°C in 2014, Khon Kaen reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 23°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 17°C to a highest value of 31°C.

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Daily Temperature in May in Khon Kaen

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Khon Kaen, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.

Daily Precipitation in May in Khon Kaen

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Khon Kaen, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.

A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for May, you can expect about 14 days of precipitation in Khon Kaen.

Daily UV index in May in Khon Kaen

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Khon Kaen, 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.

Temperature in May in Khon Kaen over the years

This chart shows the average temperature in May in Khon Kaen, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.

Total precipitation in May in Khon Kaen over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Khon Kaen, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.

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Daily weather in May for Khon Kaen

Click on any day in May to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Khon Kaen. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.

Average weather in Khon Kaen by month

Click on a month below to see detailed weather info for Khon Kaen. Based on historical weather data, you can see the average temperature, precipitation, wind, and UV index for each day of the month.