May Weather in Bangkok

Last updated: March 2, 2024

The weather in Bangkok, Thailand, during May is characterized by an average temperature of 30°C (87°F). Highs can soar to 37°C (99°F), while lows may dip to 25°C (77°F). Typically, the humidity level in Bangkok throughout May hovers around 80%.

25°C (77°F)

Minimum temperature

30°C (87°F)

Average temperature

37°C (99°F)

Maximum temperature

80%

Humidity

Precipitation and Sunshine hours

In May, Bangkok averages 142 mm (5.6 inches) of rainfall, typically over the course of 19 rainy days. The month enjoys an average of 12 hours 45 minutes of daylight, with the sun shining for approximately 10 hours 21 minutes each day. Additionally, there is a 33% probability of sunny days during this period.

142 mm (5.6 inches)

Precipitation

19 rainy days

Rainy days

10 hours 21 minutes

Sunshine hours

33%

Chance of sun

UV Index

In May, the UV Index in Bangkok reaches a maximum of 14, indicating a level of Extreme exposure. The most intense UV radiation typically occurs between 12:00 and 14:00, during which unprotected skin may burn in as little as 10 minutes.

Average solar exposure data for the current time of the year. Actual values may vary and depend on many factors, such as cloud cover, vegetation cover, surface type, etc.
  07:00 08:00 09:00 10:00 11:00 12:00 13:00 14:00 15:00 16:00 17:00 18:00 19:00
UVI 1 3 6 10 12 14 13 10 7 4 1 1 0
Exposure Low Moderate High VeryHigh Extreme VeryHigh High Moderate Low
Time to burn 45 min 30 min 25 min 15 min 10 min 15 min 25 min 30 min 45 min

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