Koh Phi Phi · SpringMonth summary
Koh Phi Phi weather in May
✅ Good
🌡️ Temperature min / max
26°C – 29°C
🌧 Rainy days
84% of days
☀️ Sunshine
10.2h per day on average
🌊 🌊 Season
Spring
⭐ ⭐ Weather score
7.0/10
📅 📅 Best month
February (8.5/10)
Quick decision
Should you visit Koh Phi Phi in May?
✅ Good
✅ Yes if: you're willing to accept showers in exchange for lower prices and fewer tourists.
❌ No if: you're planning 100% outdoor activities — rain is frequent.
Our take: Koh Phi Phi in May: 29°C and 10.2h of sunshine. Decent, but not the peak.
By trip type
Koh Phi Phi in May by trip type
- 🏙️ 🏙️ City break / culture : ✅ Good
- 🚶 🚶 Outdoor activities : ⚠️ Possible
- 🏖️ Beach / swimming : ⚠️ Possible
- 💰 💰 Budget : ✅ Low season
Local context
What to expect in May
🎯 Diving still possible despite rain — underwater visibility stays decent at depth Spring marks the start of the good season in Koh Phi Phi. Temperatures rise (29°C) and tourists have not yet arrived en masse. With 84% of rainy days, always have indoor alternatives planned. Not the best window, but acceptable if dates are constrained. February (8.5/10) is significantly better if possible.
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Month-by-month comparison
| Month | Min °C | Max °C | Rain % | Precip mm | Sun h/d | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🌤️ January | 25°C | 28°C | 30% | 1.9 | 11.0h | 8.4/10 |
| ☀️ February | 25°C | 29°C | 23% | 0.8 | 11.1h | 8.5/10 |
| 🌤️ March | 26°C | 29°C | 31% | 1.6 | 11.2h | 8.2/10 |
| ⛅ April | 27°C | 29°C | 68% | 4.3 | 11.2h | 7.3/10 |
| ⛅ May | 26°C | 29°C | 84% | 8.1 | 10.2h | 7.0/10 |
| ⛅ June | 26°C | 29°C | 70% | 6.8 | 10.2h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ July | 26°C | 29°C | 65% | 6.2 | 10.3h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ August | 26°C | 28°C | 73% | 7.2 | 10.3h | 7.2/10 |
| ⛅ September | 26°C | 28°C | 76% | 8.6 | 9.9h | 7.2/10 |
| 🌧️ October | 26°C | 28°C | 88% | 9.1 | 9.2h | 7.0/10 |
| 🌧️ November | 25°C | 28°C | 85% | 7.6 | 9.3h | 7.1/10 |
| 🌤️ December | 25°C | 28°C | 50% | 3.7 | 11.0h | 7.8/10 |
Ideal
Fair
Challenging climate
◀ Current month · Source Open-Meteo · 10 years
📊 Data source
Data based on 10 years of ERA5 records via Open-Meteo, with ECMWF seasonal adjustment. In May, Koh Phi Phi averages 29°C, 84% rainy days and 10.2h of sunshine per day. Overall weather score: 7.0/10.
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Comparison
May vs February (best month)
The best month is February (score 8.5/10). Difference:
- 🌡️ Max temperature : +0°C
- 🌧 Rainy days : -61%
- ☀️ Sunshine : +0.9h/day
FAQ
FAQ — Koh Phi Phi in May
Is May a good time to visit Koh Phi Phi?
May is an acceptable time for Koh Phi Phi (score 7.0/10). Conditions are decent but not optimal — consider February (8.5/10) if possible.
Does it rain a lot in Koh Phi Phi in May?
Yes, 84% of days see rain in May. Plan some indoor activities as backup.
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