Average weather for Sukhothai in May

It's hot in May in Sukhothai with an average temperature of 37°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 35°C to a high of 38°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between 26°C and 28°C.

Start of May

The month of May starts in Sukhothai with hot temps, averaging around 38°C during the day and nights around 27°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 drop to around 37°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. 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 Sukhothai 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. Light clothing like shorts or a dress, and a hat and sunglasses are perfect.

In May, there is an average of 159 mm of precipitation, spread over 13 days. The wind speed is around 3 Bft, mostly coming from the South.

Sukhothai in May		New York
Average temperature	37°C	22°C
Max. temperature	38°C	28°C
Min. temperature	35°C	-5°C
Total precipitation	159 mm	105 mm
Rainy days	13 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 Sukhothai?

Looking for sun? May isn’t a good month to be in Sukhothai. The average temperature of 37°C this month is uncomfortably hot, and there’s too much chance of rain.

The typhoon season in Sukhothai runs from June to November.

Temperature records

With 44°C in 2016, Sukhothai reached the highest temperature in May over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was 27°C in 2017. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of 23°C to a highest value of 31°C.

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Daily Temperature in May in Sukhothai

This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in May for Sukhothai, 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 Sukhothai

The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in May for Sukhothai, 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 13 days of precipitation in Sukhothai.

Daily UV index in May in Sukhothai

This chart shows the average daily UV index in May in Sukhothai, 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 Sukhothai over the years

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

Total precipitation in May in Sukhothai over the years

This chart shows the average precipitation in May in Sukhothai, 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 Sukhothai

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

Average weather in Sukhothai by month

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