May · Cambodia
Best time to visit Battambang in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Battambang in May
Average temperature 29°C, 215 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 77% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
3.0/10
Ranked #11 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 29°C
- Rainfall
- 215 mm
- Humidity
- 77%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Battambang scores 3.0/10 for sightseeing and cultural travel - ranked #11 of 12. Expect around 29°C, 215 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Battambang is Cambodia's second city, a colonial-era town of shophouses, bamboo trains and bat caves.
May in Battambang — off-season conditions
Days in May average 29°C (85°F) and humidity near 77% — front-load outdoor plans before the heat builds and treat the middle of the day as indoor time.
This is the year's wettest stretch at 215 mm, but with about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine it is not a total loss; an indoor fallback covers the risk.
That is 3/10 on the same scale — 11th of 12 months, versus 8.2/10 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 Battambang — 5.2 points higher on the same scale.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Battambang in May?
- In May, Battambang averages 29°C, 215 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 3.0/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Battambang?
- May earns a 3.0/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Battambang in May?
- Expect about 215 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 77% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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