Bangkok weather in May
May is one of the least pleasant months in Bangkok: highs of 34°C (92°F) and about 164 mm (6.5 in) of rain on average. Nights average 26°C (78°F) and cloud cover 84% (NASA POWER, 2001–2025 averages). It is the 6th wettest month of the year and the 4th warmest. Compared with April, it is cooler and wetter; June brings highs of 32°C (89°F) and 165 mm (6.5 in) of rain.
Figures are long-term averages for Bangkok, the largest city in Bangkok. See below for other places.
Is May a good time to visit Bangkok?
least pleasant month Weather score 46/100.
May is one of the least pleasant months for weather in Bangkok. For better conditions, consider Nov–Feb.
Does it rain a lot in Bangkok in May?
Yes, it is one of the rainy months: about 164 mm (6.5 in) falls in an average May. It is the 6th wettest month of the year.
How warm is Bangkok in May?
Days average 34°C (92°F) and nights 26°C (78°F).
Bangkok weather by month
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Cloud | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33°C (91°F) | 20°C (68°F) | 16 mm | 40% | best |
| February | 35°C (96°F) | 22°C (72°F) | 14 mm | 35% | best |
| March | 36°C (97°F) | 24°C (76°F) | 47 mm | 48% | fair |
| April | 36°C (97°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 75 mm | 61% | fair |
| May | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | 84% | least pleasant |
| June | 32°C (89°F) | 25°C (77°F) | 165 mm | 89% | least pleasant |
| July | 31°C (89°F) | 24°C (76°F) | 169 mm | 91% | fair |
| August | 31°C (88°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 181 mm | 92% | least pleasant |
| September | 30°C (87°F) | 24°C (75°F) | 278 mm | 91% | least pleasant |
| October | 30°C (87°F) | 24°C (74°F) | 203 mm | 78% | least pleasant |
| November | 30°C (87°F) | 22°C (71°F) | 39 mm | 59% | best |
| December | 31°C (87°F) | 19°C (67°F) | 10 mm | 47% | best |
Sources: 2001–2025 monthly averages from NASA POWER (MERRA-2 reanalysis). Page updated . How we rate months
Weather across Bangkok in May
Weather can differ a lot within Bangkok: coasts, hills and mountains each have their own climate.
| Place | High | Low | Rain | Weather |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangkok | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | least pleasant |
| Bang Khae | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Sai Mai | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | least pleasant |
| Latkrabang | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Watthana | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Khlong Sam Wa | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | least pleasant |
| Bang Khun Thian | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Lat Krabang | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Chatuchak | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | least pleasant |
| Ban Khlong Prawet | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Chom Thong | 32°C (90°F) | 27°C (80°F) | 152 mm | least pleasant |
| Nong Chok | 34°C (92°F) | 26°C (78°F) | 164 mm | least pleasant |