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Phuket in May
The weather in May
In May, Phuket averages daytime highs of 29° and night-time lows of 27° — hot weather by day. Expect around 272 mm of precipitation spread over about 29 wet days, with average cloud cover near 63%.
Temperatures are much the same as in April, and June brings little change. The sea averages 30°, comfortably warm for swimming.
May scores 38/100 — mixed conditions for sightseeing — and ranks 12th of the twelve months for Phuket. For the most comfortable weather, consider January, February and March instead.
Around the middle of the month the sun rises at 06:09 and sets at 18:38 local time, giving 12 h 29 min of daylight. Days lengthen by 9 minutes over the month.
Why 38/100?
How the score for May is builtBeach score this month: 48/100 (adds sea temperature and heat).
Comfort peaks for daytime highs between 18° and 25°C (64–77°F).
Around Phuket this month
Ban Ko Sire
Ban Talat Yai
Thailand's best in May
Phuket in May: quick answers
Is May a good time to visit Phuket?
May scores 38/100 for Phuket, which we rate as mixed. Average highs are 29°C with 29 wet days.
How warm is Phuket in May?
Daytime highs average 29°C and night-time lows 27°C in May.
Does it rain a lot in Phuket in May?
Phuket receives about 272 mm of precipitation in May, falling on around 29 days.
Can you swim in Phuket in May?
The sea averages 30°C in May, warm enough for most swimmers.