Weather in Bangkok for May 2026
In general, the average temperature in Bangkok at the beginning of May is 35.1 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 33.3 °C by the end of May.
Bangkok experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 141.1 mm.
Is May a good time to visit Bangkok? check out the best time to travel to Bangkok page.
New! Chat with our AI weatherman - it’s amazing and free.
Temperatures
Rain 🌧️
More
Bangkok Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Bangkok
May weather in Bangkok day by day
Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 May | Patchy rain possible | 36° /27° | 5.2 mm | 8 | |
2 May | Patchy rain possible | 34° /27° | 2.8 mm | 8 | |
3 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 0.9 mm | 8 | |
4 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 2.2 mm | 8 | |
5 May | Patchy rain possible | 36° /28° | 0 mm | 8 | |
6 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 35° /27° | 3 mm | 8 | |
7 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 35° /28° | 6.4 mm | 8 | |
8 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 3 mm | 8 | |
9 May | Sunny | 35° /27° | 5.1 mm | 8 | |
10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 5.4 mm | 7 | |
11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 7.6 mm | 8 | |
12 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 4.3 mm | 8 | |
13 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 2.8 mm | 7 | |
14 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 6.2 mm | 7 | |
15 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /28° | 3 mm | 8 | |
16 May | Patchy rain possible | 36° /27° | 3.4 mm | 8 | |
17 May | Patchy rain possible | 35° /27° | 7.4 mm | 8 | |
18 May | Partly cloudy | 35° /28° | 3.7 mm | 8 | |
19 May | Patchy rain possible | 36° /28° | 2.3 mm | 8 | |
20 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 36° /27° | 4.7 mm | 8 | |
21 May | Light rain shower | 35° /27° | 7.5 mm | 8 | |
22 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 8 mm | 7 | |
23 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 34° /27° | 5.7 mm | 7 | |
24 May | Patchy rain possible | 33° /27° | 10 mm | 7 | |
25 May | Light rain shower | 33° /26° | 6.6 mm | 7 | |
26 May | Patchy rain possible | 32° /26° | 7 mm | 7 | |
27 May | Moderate rain at times | 34° /27° | 5.7 mm | 7 | |
28 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 33° /26° | 7.1 mm | 7 | |
29 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 33° /26° | 8.4 mm | 7 | |
30 May | Light rain shower | 34° /26° | 5.7 mm | 7 | |
31 May | Partly cloudy | 34° /27° | 1.5 mm | 8 | |
Next |
Bangkok in May - FAQ
What to pack to Bangkok in May?
As you prepare for your trip to Bangkok in May, it's important to consider the typical weather patterns for the time of year. Below is a carefully tailored packing list to ensure that your time in Bangkok, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
- Clothing
- Lightweight Clothing: T-shirts, blouses, shorts, skirts
- Rain Gear: Lightweight, waterproof clothing
- Footwear
- Waterproof Shoes
- Sandals/Flip-flops: Comfortable for warm climates
- Accessories
- Sunglasses: For sun protection
- Sun Hats: Wide-brimmed hats for sun protection in warm weather
- Umbrellas/Raincoats: For rainy days
- Personal Items
- Sunscreen: High SPF for sunny destinations
- Lip Balm with SPF: To protect against chapped lips
May rainfall patterns in Bangkok
UV exposure in Bangkok during May
Quick links
Get accurate weather forecasts for Bangkok, located at latitude 13.754 and longitude 100.501. Stay updated with localized weather information tailored for Bangkok.