Weather in Phuket for May 2027
In general, the average temperature in Phuket at the beginning of May is 29.8 °C. As the month progressed, temperatures tended to moderately fall, reaching an average of 28.7 °C by the end of May.
Phuket experiences heavy rainfall in May, with over 20 rainy days and an average total precipitation 330.1 mm.
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Phuket Weather May
Temperatures trend during May in Phuket
May weather in Phuket day by day
| Date | Weather | Temperatures | Rain | UV | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May |  Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /27° | 5.9 mm | 8 | |
| 2 May |  Moderate rain | 30° /26° | 10.3 mm | 7 | |
| 3 May | Moderate rain | 30° /26° | 13.7 mm | 7 | |
| 4 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /26° | 9.8 mm | 8 | |
| 5 May |  Light rain | 30° /26° | 7.4 mm | 8 | |
| 6 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 16.5 mm | 7 | |
| 7 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 16.6 mm | 7 | |
| 8 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 29° /26° | 6.6 mm | 6 | |
| 9 May | Light rain | 29° /26° | 3.6 mm | 7 | |
| 10 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /26° | 8.4 mm | 6 | |
| 11 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /26° | 6.4 mm | 7 | |
| 12 May | Moderate rain | 30° /26° | 12.4 mm | 7 | |
| 13 May |  Heavy rain at times | 30° /27° | 8.3 mm | 7 | |
| 14 May | Light rain | 30° /27° | 4.9 mm | 7 | |
| 15 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /27° | 7.7 mm | 7 | |
| 16 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /27° | 9.4 mm | 6 | |
| 17 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 12.9 mm | 6 | |
| 18 May | Light rain | 29° /27° | 7.8 mm | 6 | |
| 19 May | Moderate or heavy rain shower | 30° /27° | 8.5 mm | 7 | |
| 20 May | Moderate rain | 29° /27° | 13.2 mm | 6 | |
| 21 May | Moderate rain | 29° /27° | 10.6 mm | 6 | |
| 22 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 14 mm | 6 | |
| 23 May | Light rain | 29° /27° | 8.2 mm | 6 | |
| 24 May | Light rain | 30° /27° | 8.6 mm | 7 | |
| 25 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 16.8 mm | 6 | |
| 26 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 15 mm | 7 | |
| 27 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 12.6 mm | 6 | |
| 28 May | Moderate rain | 28° /26° | 13.4 mm | 6 | |
| 29 May | Moderate rain | 29° /26° | 17.8 mm | 6 | |
| 30 May | Moderate rain | 29° /27° | 10.3 mm | 6 | |
| 31 May | Moderate rain | 29° /27° | 12.3 mm | 6 | |
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Phuket weather in May vs April vs June
| April | May | June | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weather |  Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible | Patchy rain possible |
| Temperatures | 30°/26° | 29°/26° | 29°/26° |
| Rainfall | 154 mm | 330 mm | 293 mm |
| Wind | 16.4 km/h | 17.4 km/h | 18.5 km/h |
| Humidity | 74% | 77% | 78% |
| Rainy days | 20 days | 27 days | 26 days |
| Dry days | 10 days | 4 days | 4 days |
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Phuket in May - FAQ
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Phuket water temperatures in May
The average water temperature of the Andaman Sea near Phuket in May is 29.6 °C. At the beginning of May temperatures are around 30.4 °C; by the end of the month they get cooler and reach 28.8 °C.
- What is the water temperature in Phuket in May?
- The average water temperature in Phuket in May is 29.6 °C.
- Can you swim in Phuket in May?
- The sea feels almost bath-like – perfect for floating, paddle-boarding or spending hours snorkeling without a wetsuit.
May rainfall patterns in Phuket
UV exposure in Phuket during May
What to pack to Phuket in May?
Warm & sunny · highs around 29 °C, frequent showers
As you prepare for your trip to Phuket 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 Phuket, during May, is comfortable and enjoyable, regardless of the weather conditions.
🧥 Clothing
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