Phuket in May: weather, sea & travel advice
Phuket in May is especially suited to beach holidays. Days are around 29 °C (warm), and the sea is about 30 °C. With about 15 rainy days it is wet.
Phuket · MayPhoto: PavF · CC BY-SA 3.0Climate facts
- Day
- 29 °C
- Night
- 28 °C
- Sea
- 30 °C
- Rainy days
- 15 rainy days
- Sun
- 6 h/day
- Humidity
- 82 %
Suitability by travel type
BeachGood69/100
City breakLimited61/100
ActiveUnsuitable43/100
FamilyLimited62/100
In favour
- Pleasant daytime temperatures around 29 °C
- Warm, swimmable sea (30 °C)
To consider
- Higher chance of rain (about 15 rainy days)
- High humidity (82 %)
All months at a glance
28J
29F
30M
30A
29M
29J
28J
28A
28S
28O
28N
28D
4J
3F
6M
9A
15M
15J
16J
16A
18S
19O
14N
7D
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Frequently asked questions
How warm is Phuket in May?
Daytime highs average around 29 °C, with nights around 28 °C.
Can you swim in Phuket in May?
The sea is about 30 °C (very warm).
Does it rain a lot in Phuket in May?
On the long-term average, expect about 15 rainy days.
When is the best time to visit Phuket?
The most favourable months are usually the ones highlighted on the overview page. Values are historical averages, not a forecast.