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%.
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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.
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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.
| 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 | |
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| 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 | ||||