Average temperatures, rainfall and packing tips for Bangkok, Thailand in May
May in Bangkok is typically very hot, with average daytime highs around 34°C and nights near 27°C. It is one of the warmer months of Bangkok's year.
May is one of the wetter months in Bangkok, with around 264 mm of rain - plan around showers.
If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Bangkok are usually July, August and September.
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In May, Bangkok averages a daytime high of about 34°C and a night-time low of around 27°C, based on recent historical data.
May is one of the wetter months in Bangkok, with around 264 mm of rain - plan around showers.
May is seriously hot in Bangkok. It's still doable - plan outdoor activities for early morning or evening, and build in shade and hydration breaks around midday. If your dates are flexible, the most comfortable months in Bangkok are usually July, August and September.