May · Cambodia
Best time to visit Angkor Wat in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Angkor Wat in May
Average temperature 30°C, 153 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 71% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.7/10
Ranked #10 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 153 mm
- Humidity
- 71%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Angkor Wat scores 3.7/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #10 of 12. Expect around 30°C, 153 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Angkor Wat is a 12th-century temple complex built for Vishnu, its five towers and long causeway set inside a rectangular moat.
May in Angkor Wat — the hardest end of the year
Days in May average 30°C (87°F) and humidity near 71% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
153 mm of rain makes this a wet month here, though with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine there is still bright weather between the fronts.
That is 3.7/10 on the same scale — 10th of 12 months, versus 7.8/10 for the best month here.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Expect low-season pricing, and crowds are light for this destination.
If your dates are flexible, December is materially better in Angkor Wat — 4.1 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Angkor Wat in May?
- In May, Angkor Wat averages 30°C, 153 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.7/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Angkor Wat?
- May earns a 3.7/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Angkor Wat in May?
- Expect about 153 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 71% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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