ThailandThe weather in May in Khon Kaen
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.
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.
Average temperatures and precipitation
This chart shows the average daily maximum and minimum temperatures (in degrees Celsius) and precipitation (in millimeters) in May for Khon Kaen, 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 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.
Rainfall amount
In May, there is an average of 149 mm of precipitation, spread over 18 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
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.
May weather comparison
| Khon Kaen | New York | |
|---|---|---|
| Average temperature | 36°C | 22°C |
| Max. temperature | 39°C | 28°C |
| Min. temperature | 25°C | -5°C |
| Total precipitation | 149 mm | 105 mm |
| Rainy days | 18 days | 14 days |
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.
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.
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.
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.
The typhoon season in Khon Kaen runs from June to November.
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Temperature charts
These charts show the average temperatures in May in Khon Kaen, Thailand. The temperatures are shown in degrees Celsius and are calculated based on data from the past 10 years.
Daily Temperature in May in Khon Kaen
Temperature in May in Khon Kaen over the years
Precipitation charts
These charts show the average amount of precipitation in May in Khon Kaen, 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 Khon Kaen
Total precipitation in May in Khon Kaen over the years
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.
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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.