May · Thailand
Best time to visit Pattaya in May Weather, crowds & prices
Weather in Pattaya in May
Average temperature 30°C, 169 mm of rain, about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine and 76% humidity — based on the five most recent complete years of ERA5 data (2021–2025).
May score
7.4/10
Ranked #8 of 12 months
- Avg temp
- 30°C
- Rainfall
- 169 mm
- Humidity
- 76%
- Days with 6h+ sun
- 23
- Crowd Density
- Quiet / Uncrowded
- Average Expenses
- $ · Budget Friendly ($)
May in Pattaya scores 7.4/10 for beach and coastal travel - ranked #8 of 12. Expect around 30°C, 169 mm of rain, and roughly 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine this month.
Pattaya mixes the Gulf's beaches and islands with Thailand's best-known nightlife.
May in Pattaya: strong conditions, 8th of 12
May averages 30°C (86°F) and humidity near 76%, so the practical pattern is early mornings, a long midday break, and evenings back outside.
Monthly rainfall reaches 169 mm — wet for this destination — but about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine still break through, so keep one indoor fallback in the plan.
It scores 7.4/10 here, 8th of 12 months, against 9.8/10 in the destination's best month.
Pack the lightest breathable clothing you own, a hat, and more water than feels necessary, a proper rain shell rather than an umbrella.
Plan for low-season pricing, with crowds are light for this destination.
Flexible dates? January scores 2.4 points higher here — enough to change the trip.
Frequently asked
- What is the weather like in Pattaya in May?
- In May, Pattaya averages 30°C, 169 mm of rain, and about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine. Its climate-comfort score is 7.4/10.
- Is May a good time to visit Pattaya?
- May earns a 7.4/10 climate-comfort score. Use the year-round chart to weigh the weather against your budget and crowd preferences.
- How much does it rain in Pattaya in May?
- Expect about 169 mm of rain in May. Average humidity is 76% and there are about 23 days with 6+ hours of sunshine.
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